Not Just Another Day

S.E. Fairbanks
5 min readJan 3, 2024

The power of a new year dawning

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The dawning of a new year

As the earliest days of a new year begin to crawl, humans around the world collectively hold their breath, wondering what this new year will hold. A unique enchantment accompanies the turning of the calendar, a shared belief that within the transition from one year to the next lies an opportunity for renewal, growth, and the pursuit of meaning.

As the clock strikes midnight, turning the calendar from December 31 to January 1, a symbolic transition takes place, marking the passage from the familiar to the unknown. People find solace in the symbolism of a clean slate. It's a chance to bid farewell to the trials and tribulations of the past year and release the burdens that have weighed heavy on their shoulders. The coming of a new year becomes a ceremonial rite, a moment when the collective consciousness yearns for a fresh start.

Amidst the festivities, laughter, and the dazzling display of fireworks, there exists, too, a quiet introspection, a silent conversation with oneself about the year that has passed and the possibilities that lie ahead. In this reflective space, humans seek meaning, a deeper understanding of their purpose, and a commitment to personal growth.

Wisdom sitting by the fire

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S.E. Fairbanks

If I must err, let it be in the direction of love. I am a man in process of being perfected in love and growing in Christlikenes. DoEverythingInLove.com