I was going through all my past columns on New Year’s Eve and came across this column I wrote about the New Year in 2013. Just had to share and thought it could easily apply to every new year.
Wishing You a Happy List of Little Stuff in the New Year
The New Year is upon us and I want to wish you more than the standard clichéd “Happy New Year†line. What I hope for you are things that are possible and realistic and the kinds of wishes that you’d appreciate if they happened to you. There’s a little New Year’s wish for everyone.
- For starters, may your pants still fit after the holidays.
- May you always have a hankie handy when you need to blow your nose—especially when it begins to drip in public.
- May relatives and friends visit when you have time on your hands and could use some company, and stay away when you’re most busy (calving, haying).
- May equipment breakdowns occur at convenient times this year.
- May you make it through the year without leaving your purse some place in public, at a friend’s, or a relative’s who lives far away (for ranch people that could be the next town).
- May your bathroom time not be disturbed.
- May your clothes be free of food stains before you get to your destination.
- May the majority of arguments and decisions between you and your mate be miraculously agreed upon.
- When unexpected company arrives shortly before supper, may you think of something that’s quick and easy to fix for supper. Or at least have meat     thawed out.
- May you frequently find more rain in your rain gauge than you expected.
- May your branding go smoothly and streamlined and may you have good weather for it.
- May your keys, glasses, cell phone, or shop tools always be right where you go to find them.
- May your bank or ag loans be small, paid off, or not necessary this year.
- May three-fourths of the mud, dirt, or dust stay outside instead of camping on
your kitchen floor. - May you open your wallet and find that you still have cash in there.
- In dealing with loved ones may you be blessed with a lot more patience than last year.
- May you get your good 9 X 13†cake pan back.
- May you find an item (or toy if you’re a child) you lost a long time ago and dearly missed AND find what you originally went to look for.
- May you get credit for your ideas and may you see them implemented.
- May your spouse correctly read your mind at least once or twice this year.
- May those questionable laundry stains come out unexpectedly clean.
- May your big projects get done sooner than anticipated.
- When he or she says, “I need your help for a sec,†may it really only be for a sec.
- May you be able to get to your destination without being harped on to stop and ask for directions.
- May you reveal some money when you could really use it.
- May you be able to get an undisturbed nap more often than last year.
- May the number of times you irritate your spouse be a great percentage less than normal in 2013.
- May the gates you meet open and shut with ease.
- May you know what you’re getting yourself into.
I have many more but these will get you off to a good start in the new year. They may be just little things but when you add them up they can make a
big difference in a year’s time.
(this column was previously published Dec26-30, 2012)
Amy Kirk © 2012
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Oh how you make me laugh, Miss Amy! Spoken like a real ranch wife with lots of experience.
I really struggle with the nose drip, especially at church.
J’s Sister found a shirt on-line that was at the top of the Christmas gift list. It says “I Spill Thinks” across the front. The family got a good chuckle when J’s Dad opened the box.
I do work on irritating J less or at least being mindful enough to not break things. I made it until January 2nd! At least it was an easy fix. There is not hope reading his mind. If we have something going on and have to do chores a little different than normal J gives me the plan. When we step outside 5 minutes later everything is different than the plan. I just what to be in the right place at the right time.
We get along pretty good and most days run smooth.
This made me laugh out loud. Thanks to Robyn for sharing the link. Amy, I hope you can accomplish at least part of your list this year! Greetings from a farm wife in Kansas!
Thank you Kim for sharing! Always enjoy meeting another woman in ag, even if it’s a “virtual” meet and greet! Regards, Amy
I can so relate to changed plans! I got your wonderful note. Thank you so much for sending me the extra clipping. I hope I get to see you at the Stock Show. I always appreciate the wonderful surprises you send in the mail. Hugs my dear friend Robyn!