12.11.2018- On Creating New Traditions
This time of the year is, without a shred of doubt, perhaps more synonymous with tradition than any other. Whether it's the countdown to Christmas and all of the associated rituals which are so much a part and parcel of the season, or gathering around a bonfire for a gaze at some fireworks, it seems that winter comes with its own set of perennial routines. Whilst these are great markers of time passing, they can also be reminders (especially as the year draws to a close) of what you've not quite gotten round to so far; for me, the year started with a series of resolutions for myself, and whilst I've achieved some of them (travel more, tick!), some of the more practical promises have fallen a little bit by the wayside, especially as we inch closer towards the end of the year and I find energy well and truly drained (see: learning to drive). Needless to say, it's pretty tricky not to beat myself up about what I'm yet to do- especially at a time of the year which tends...