Well, well, well, here we are – February. The month I promised myself would be full of fresh beginnings and content galore. But guess what? I haven’t posted a thing since January. And while that may sound like the perfect setup for a “New Year, New Me” post, let’s be real: it’s February. I’m wearing a yellow jumper with "Brazil" splashed across it, which, if we're being honest, feels like a metaphor for my New Year’s resolution journey. The yellow and green colors remind me of the vibrancy of Brazil, the energy that comes with a fresh start, and, yes, the slight regret of starting the year with a tiny bit too much hope. But hey, here I am! Full of energy, just like the samba beat, ready to jump into this New Year with everything I’ve got (and maybe a little caffeine for extra measure).
First of all, I’m genuinely sorry for being a bit radio silent. If there was an award for procrastination, I’d probably still be "getting around to" claiming it. You know how it goes, right? New Year’s is this giant mental reset button where we promise ourselves that we’ll post all the things, create all the content, eat healthier, be more organized...but then reality hits. It’s February, and somehow, we’ve barely gotten around to updating our planners, let alone any social media feeds. But we’re here now, folks. I’m back, I’m wearing a yellow jumper that is just as bright as my slightly delayed enthusiasm, and I’m ready to rock this year, even if it’s on February 9th.
But hey, sometimes life just happens. You start with the best intentions: you put on a pair of fresh boots (I’m talking black, sturdy ones), rock a sleek white sweater underneath a cozy beanie, and tell yourself, "Today is the day!" And then, well, it’s not. But that’s okay. The truth is, we’re all human, and we’ve all been there. The trick is in not letting the inevitable delay stop us from picking up where we left off. And guess what? If you're reading this, that means I did pick up where I left off. So let's call that a win, shall we?
Now, you might be wondering, "Okay, this is a great story, but what’s the actual point?" The point is, it’s never too late to start fresh. Sometimes you just need a little extra time to get into the groove, to let the holidays settle down, to get over the post-New Year’s slump. But here’s the thing: February is just as good a time to start as any. Actually, scratch that—it might be better because we’ve already had some time to figure out what we actually want from the year. Instead of jumping into 2025 with a million unchecked to-dos, we can now enter it with more clarity, humor, and probably a better sense of style (I mean, have you seen my Brazilian-themed outfit today? I’m practically glowing with optimism).
So here’s to all of us who have gotten sidetracked, who made resolutions but maybe haven’t tackled them with the intensity we’d hoped for. Here’s to forgiving ourselves, adjusting our expectations, and having a good laugh along the way. We’re in this together, and the only way out is through.
And let’s not forget—life is way too short to take everything too seriously. So, for now, let's embrace the fact that my perfect New Year’s blog post is being written in February. Let’s raise a (virtual) glass to unexpected journeys, bold yellow jumpers, and the reminder that starting things is the hardest part. But once you start, there’s no stopping you.
I’ll leave you with this: whether you're in Brazil, bundled up with me in your yellow and green (or even in your sweatpants) or somewhere else entirely, it’s never a bad time to make today the start of something new. I’m just getting started, and I’m so excited to share more with you this year.
Happy New Year! A little late, yes, but let’s make it the best one yet.
Stay bright, stay funny, stay a little bit behind on the calendar, but always moving forward. And for those of you wearing black boots today, I see you.
0 Comments