Happy New Year Part II
Other than what I wrote yesterday, there was a lot more good than not so good. You know some adventures come in disguise and last 2023 was full of them and I expect nothing less for 2024.
In 2023 I made some additional changes to my eating habits. Some didn’t pan out as well as I would have hoped for and that was probably on me. When someone says “try this fried chicken”, I’m polite and try the fried chicken. And while it wasn’t always fried chicken, it was always something tempting and tasty.
I frustratingly learned not to be too concerned with cutting calories. Rather, my concern would be which food I’d eat, the preparation and the portion.
It’s not difficult to cut back on the portion serving. Have just that tiny desire for a little more but don’t give in to the urge.
That paid off with a healthier and lighter body. 2024 will see more of that eating lifestyle change along with more exercise.
2023 did bring me a bit of self-inflicted frustration. I wanted to release some more music. And…I didn’t!!! It seems I was never quite satisfied with what I was offering yet, I loved the music I had written and recorded.
Two of the songs I was just a moment of hesitation away from releasing. One song, I just knew I could sing it better, but…equipment issue (such as blown mic) stopped me from re-singing. Then I thought just drop the song anyway. Song, “The Rest of My Life”, a nice cute little rocker that I’m sure you’ll eventually enjoy.
Another 2 choices that didn’t hit your eardrums were “Late Summer Rain” and “Secrets We Declare”.
I’ll get right back to work on those jewels. Tougher schedule and higher standards…but productive.
2023 saw me publish 2 books! I wrote 4 but only published 2. Why? I don’t have a clue. But, I’m gonna churn out a few more in 2024.
Both books were only digital releases. But sometime in January I’ll release them both in paperback versions.
Another good thing about 2023 is that I made a little bit more money than I had in past years. The 2 books, 1 song (No More Mondays) and some of my photography combined to make me a few extra dollars.
So while I’m seeing people on social media posting about how glad they are that 2023 is done with, I’m looking back briefly with pleasant thoughts and looking forward in the spirit of adventure!
Peace, love, and beaches,
John
