I was giving my written New Year’s message much thought and came across this small piece. Sometimes someone else says it better than you can ever say it: no matter how much time you spend ruminating. I share this sentiment with all of you as we say farewell to 2008 and hello to 2009.
ONE STEP
No matter how long you've been walking north, in just a single step you can be walking south. What does it take to turn your life around? Just one step.
You are one step away from eating a healthier diet, one step away from being a better parent, one step away from improving your finances, one step away from becoming more skilled in your work, one step away from a more fulfilling relationship.
One minute from now, your worst problems can be behind you, instead of in front of you. In a single step, your best day can be yet to come, rather than long ago in the past. In an instant, your negative energy can be redirected toward making a positive difference. Just one step can change your momentum and start you in whatever direction you truly want to go.
--Author Unknown
I believe that we are “stepping” in a positive direction as a Catholic school community. I look forward to 2009 with great anticipation and hope. A peaceful, happy, and blessed New Year to all of you.
Yours truly,
Robert J. Andrews, Ed.D