To Resolve or not to Resolve

resolution [rez-uh-loo-shuh n] Show IPA/ˌrɛz əˈlu ʃən/ Show Spelled
Part of Speech:	noun
Definition:	determination, strong will
Synonyms:	aim, boldness, constancy, courage, dauntlessness, decidedness, decision, declaration, dedication, doggedness, earnestness, energy, firmness, fixed purpose, fortitude, guts*, heart*, immovability, intent, intention, judgment, mettle, moxie*, obstinacy, perseverance, pluck, purpose, purposefulness, purposiveness, relentlessness, resoluteness, resolve, settlement, sincerity, spirit, spunk, staunchness, staying power, steadfastness, stubbornness, tenacity, verdict, willpower It comes that time of year when new resolutions are made, some are quickly forgotten, others painfully slip away and still others are hard won.  I looked up the definition of resoltuion and I love the synonyms given.  I wasn't going to make a resolution until I read the synonyms and determined that my resolutions were already made, in fact they were made on July 29, 2012 and if you are a follower of this blog then you know what it is. My favorite synonyms that I will carry into the new year are "staying power", "constancy" and "fortitude".  I actually had to look up the definition of fortitude and I love it- "Courage in pain or adversity."  I also like the synonym "pluck" but only because I think it is a funny word. When I looked up the definition it means, "To take hold of and quickly remove from its place" and also "spritited and determined courage".  I like this word even more now. So no, I am not making resolutions in the tradition sense that NYE often forces people to do. I am not going to list all the things I will or will not do in 2013.  Instead I will forge into 2013 with the staying power and constancy needed to continue the journey I started in 2012.  I will face challenges with pluck and fortitude.  I am very excited to meet the person I will be on December 31, 2013. Until then, Keep Calm and Pluck on!