Happy New Year! I hope you enjoyed a lovely holiday and some well-deserved relaxation. I’m lucky enough to work somewhere that closes the office between Christmas and New Year’s Day – it’s the perfect time to recharge!

Looking forward, I’m excited for my 2024 plans. There are a lot of things, big and small, that I’m anticipating. The first (and biggest) is my wedding. There are still details to be ironed out, but I’m a 2024 bride?! It feels a bit surreal. I’m beyond happy to make the commitment with my partner and have our special day.

With a wedding also comes a honeymoon to plan, so I’m excited for some travel in the new year. We are currently exploring the idea of another Nashville vacation. The first time we went, we loved it. Also, there are quite a few things that we’d still like to see in the city. To name a couple: The Ryman and The Patsy Cline Museum. It feels like the kind of getaway we’d really enjoy for our honeymoon.

Aside from the major events, I do have goals on my mind for the year. Fitness-related goals are near the top of my list. It feels like a cliché resolution to say, “I want to live a healthier lifestyle,” but I believe it’s still important. I’ve had a fairly consistent workout routine, but this year, I want to push myself outside of my comfort zone. I’m planning to take more workout classes with weight-lifting components (this really intimidated me before!). In 2024, I also want to do more writing, whether it’s on this blog, guest blogs, or journaling. I find that writing helps me to focus and relax. Something about all of the words on a page provides clarity.

2023 was a big year – I got engaged, moved apartments, and learned lots (in and outside of work). Thank you for everything, 2023. Let’s get started, 2024!

What are you looking forward to in 2024? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments or on Instagram. Let’s chat!