It’s over a week late, but here I am welcoming you to 2019. It’s a new year. Wow. 2018 went by so fast and I can barely believe that it’s over already. So much happened this year, and to be honest it has been a lot to process. It’s so important to look back and be thankful for everything that happened, the good and the bad, as everything contributed to the person that you are today.
But, more important is the year to come. The past is done, but the future is entirely in your own hands. My favourite part of the new year, something that I have done for the past few years, is setting my intentions. The new year doesn’t mean that we have all changed overnight. We are all still the same people at our core. Every single day is an opportunity for growth and development, and working on ourselves.
My mindset and the feeling that I start the year can always be summed up with a quote. This year, instead of my usual sentiment, “always seek light”, I’ve decided to “be the light” this year. The most important thing this year is finding joy, and being a source of joy.
This year, I hope to focus more on my health – more yoga, mindfulness and running. I want to work harder to achieve my academic goals. I’m going to really persevere with this blog, and make a success out of it. I’m going to be more discerning with who I allow into my life. In order to really make the most out of this year, I’m going to say ‘yes’ to doing more exciting things, and be more open to new experiences. I’m going to be more positive, and look for strength and success.
I haven’t changed overnight, but the new year is an opportunity. New year, same me, new intentions.
Hello there, world! Welcome to my blog, Catherine and Cranberries. I’m a nineteen-year-old from South Africa, and I’m in my first year of university at Rhodes University in Grahamstown. I have a love of cooking and baking and I really enjoy experimenting with new recipes, both healthy and not so healthy. In Grahamstown, there are lots of opportunities to be outside – we walk everywhere and go hiking, running, and exploring lots of new and exciting places. I try to fill my free time with crafts, like crocheting and journaling, with the occasional drawing session – sometimes I just watch series and whittle away my time (but we don’t like to talk about that). I’m also just getting into health and exercise, so I’ll be keeping a little running tab of my progress and how I’m working towards healthy habits while in a university environment. Come along for the ride – I’m super excited to be back on the blogging train, and in this community of people.