As we step into a brand-new year, I find myself pausing in gratitude for everything the old one brought with it—the good, the difficult, and everything in between.

The past year was not without its heartache. Losing my brother is a pain that words can never fully capture, a loss that reshaped my world in ways I’m still learning to understand. Alongside that grief came other challenges, moments that tested my strength and my patience. There were days that felt heavy and uncertain, days when simply moving forward felt like an achievement.

Yet, as I look back, I also recognize that every experience carried a lesson. Each challenge taught me something about resilience, about love, about what truly matters. Even in the hardest moments, there were reminders of kindness, support, and the quiet strength that shows up when we least expect it. For all of that, I am deeply grateful.

Now, I welcome the new year with an open mind and an open heart. I’m choosing to move forward with hope, curiosity, and trust in what’s ahead. This year feels like a fresh page—one filled with possibility, healing, and growth.

I look forward to abundance in every sense of the word: abundance of peace, love, joy, good health, meaningful connections, and opportunities. May this new year bring clarity where there was confusion, light where there was darkness, and gentle reminders that even after loss, life continues to unfold in beautiful ways.

Here’s to honouring the past, embracing the present, and stepping into the new year with hope and gratitude. May it also bring many more kitty kisses and cuddles!