Good Intentions for 2021
I will
find a balance,
time for important things:
work, play, health, creativity,
romance.
I will
simplify life,
streamline daily routines,
minimize material things,
relax.
Copyright© 2020 by Cheryl Batavia
Looking forward to 2021, I think the situation looks very fluid. We will need goals, but even more, we will need to be flexible. I usually make New Year’s resolutions; this year, I have settled for good intentions! 🙂
Gulf Coast Poet 
These sound like very good intentions, but also good that they are not set in stone! Wishing you all the best for the New Year ❤️
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Thank you, Ingrid, for your thoughtful response and good wishes. ❤ I feel like we will be responding to a lot of changes in 2021, so I didn't want anything "set in stone." 🙂 Take care!
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A wise decision! 😊
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I like your good intentions , Cheryl . And also the building of your poem . Great construct.
My best wishes for you to navigate in peace on the year 2021. And , off course with health and happiness
Love ❤
Michel
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Thank you for your kind comments and good wishes, Michel. ❤ This is only my second attempt at the cinquain form. Glad you like it! 🙂 Let's all hope for the best in the coming year. It does look promising, I think! ❤
Love ❤
Cheryl
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That sounds like a real good intention!❤❤
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Thank you, Nawazish! We’ll see how things turn out! ❤ Your support is very much appreciated. Did you make resolutions?
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I never make resolutions😅😅
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You are definitely on to something, Cheryl. I did de-clatter a week ago, and decided to be less materialistic as possible, especially when even the Salvation Army near me refused to take any donations. I accompanied my mother-in-law to Target for her Christmas Candy and was shocked at the amount of STUFF! stuff that we could use without, but it was there in abundance. The heartbreaking thing is that most of it ends up as trash anyway, and for what?
It is nice to read from you again!
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Thank you, Angela, for sharing your thoughts. It is nice to hear from you. 🙂 I didn’t venture out to do any shopping…too many unmasked idiots out there! I did some online shopping. My daughters are hitting the after- Christmas sales. It will be interesting what they find in Texas.
It’s incredible that the Salvation Army refused donations! Are their shelters closed due to the Pandemic? I have been gradually getting rid of unused possessions. As you get older, I think you need to make home maintenance easier.
I hope school is going well. ❤ Happy New Year…health, happiness, and success!
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What a lovely note this is, Cheryl, thank you. Online shopping is the smart thing to do really. Yes, they probably closed down to the pandemic, but it woke me up. Same with the library, they will not take any book donations, but I guess it’s understandable.
I am on a school break, but it is going to be easier from now on till July.
It’s always easier with less stuff, honestly, and good for you. I hope the New Year brings you much joy! I will look out for what you write next. 🙂
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Thank you so much, Angela, for your thoughtful reply! ❤ ❤ ❤
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Always a pleasure to chat with you, Cheryl.
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That’s so beautiful Cheryl 😍😍😍. To minimise material things is much appreciated. Happy New year Cheryl 🎂🥰
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Thank you so much, Offshorewriter, ❤ The more "stuff" you have the more work it is to maintain it! 🙂
All the best in the New Year…good health, happiness, and success! ❤ ❤ ❤
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AMEN to that Cheryl! Flexible is the key alright!!!! Let’s do this! I’m going with yours.. you said it so well. ❤️❤️❤️xoxoxoxo Cindy
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Cindy, I usually do make resolutions and had given it a lot of thought. It just didn’t seem workable this year. If we can remain flexible and rise to the challenges of the inevitable unpredictable events, I think we’ll be better off. Time will tell! 🙂
Thank you for your kind comments. Your support is deeply appreciated! ❤ ❤ ❤ I have high hopes for a better 2021! Stay safe and happy, and continue to spread good cheer as you always do! 🙂
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Hi Cheyrl,
I do to and half i meet and the other half are still there 🤣. Different times amd ages caLL for different measures. I do love your idea and I’ll sit soo to see how they will play out and figure out soon.
You are so welcome and I appreciate you as well. Thanks so much and you do the same. ❤️🤗🤗❤️🤗❤️🤗
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Achievable intentions Cheryl … don’t set the bar too high, nor too low… happy New Year to you and yours.. 😀😘🌏
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That is so kind of you to say, Ivor! ❤ I am not so good at balance and moderation, but I will try! 🙂 Take care of yourself. ❤ ❤ ❤ Breakfast at the cafe, lovely weather, and lots of joy to you!
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Maybe I’ll get to the Cafe later this afternoon… catching up on some blogging (I can never catch up).. and finishing off my Manuscript… Cheers Ivor..
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Nice photo and poem. Good layout.
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Thank you, David, for your kind comment. ❤ My eye was drawn to that antique clock with the signs of the zodiac and other interesting details. I think it is from Prague. Glad you liked the poem. 🙂 Every good wish for the New Year!
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The signs of the Zodiac. No wonder I liked It.
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Excellent intentions! I intend to make time for important things, too, including healthy relaxation. 🙂
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Glad you found the poem relatable, JoAnna! Put your feet up! 🙂 I hope 2021 fulfills its promise of better days.
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Very good intentions for 2021,so very flexible &balanced finding time for important things on priority!May Almighty fulfil all yr aspirations 💕🙏
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Thank you, DS, for your kind response. Your taking the time to read and comment is very much appreciated! ❤ Wishing you health, joy, and success in 2021! 🙂
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My pleasure 💕
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These are very good! 🥰 Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year, Ariela! ❤ Glad, you liked the post! Thank you for reading and commenting! 🙂
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❤️❤️❤️
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Amen, amen, amen!
Happy New Year, Cheryl!
-David
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Thank you, David, for your kind response! I think you are a very bright guy, so if you approve, maybe I have it right! Time will tell! 🙂 🙂 🙂 All the best to you and your family in 2021. You have a lot of joyous events to look forward to! ❤
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A positive and adaptable set of intentions Cheryl. That’s the way forward I guess. Wishing you and yours all the happiness in the coming year ❤️
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Thank you, Radhika, for your kind comment. ❤ May 2021 bring health and happiness to you and your family!
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Good intention is what we need all the time, and that is a very good start for happy life
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Very well-said, Subbashini. I wholeheartedly agree! Thank you for your lovely response! ❤ All the best to you and your family in 2021!
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Good intentions are an excellent idea rather than setting NY’s resolutions in stone that we can’t meet. Wishing you a bright, safe, and successful 2021, Cheryl. 🎊 🎉
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Thank you, Eugenia, for sharing your perspective. I am not very good at moderation or keeping my life in balance, but I will try to do better in 2021! 🙂 May 2021 bring health, happiness, and success to you and your family! ❤
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😉❤️
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Such a poignant write! Your intentions sound lovely and I hope you have a blessed year ahead!❤️
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Thank you, D, for your kind comment. ❤ All the best for 2021! 🙂
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Such true lines Cheryl. Hope the new year brings everything you wish for. 😇😇 Have a Happy New Year. 😇
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Thank you very much, Kumar! May all of your wishes come true! ❤ I wish you and your family a safe, healthy, happy, and prosperous New Year! May 2021 be a better year for all of us! 🙂 🙂 🙂
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Thank you so much Cheryl.
I hope the same for you too. 😇😇
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Have a blessed New Year.
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Thank you, C, for your kind comment! ❤ All the best to you and your family in the New Year, the blessings of health, happiness, and prosperity! 🙂
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I love the message about finding balance and simplifying material things in our life. Happy New Year!
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Thank you so much, Pene. ❤ I will try my best, and we will see what happens. Joy to you in 2021!
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Those are very good resolutions for the new year after a much unbalanced year, and very rhythmic too 🙂. Wish you the very best in being able to follow the balanced like you set your aim on Cheryl.
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Thank you so much, Deb, for the vote of confidence! Glad you liked the poem. Health, peace, and joy to you and your family in 2021! ❤ ❤ ❤
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Great goals for the new year. Have a great one. 😊
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Thank you, Irene, for your kind comment! Happy 2021 to you too! ❤
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This speaks my mind, evocative of my own desires.
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Thank you, Paul, for reading and sharing your thoughts. Glad to know you found it relatable.
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Wonderful piece.
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Thank you. ❤
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Happy New Year!
Hope for growing better and the best version of self daily. 🙂
Hugs and Love
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Happy New Year, Kritika! May all of your dreams and wishes come true! ❤ ❤ ❤ I hope all is well with you.
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Yay! Wish the same for you (Hearts)
Trying to solve the problems each day and becoming good at solutions 😀
I am doing good. 🙂 Hugs and Love
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I am hoping to find a balance 💕
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For me, Adeleke, that is the hardest thing to find. I wish you happiness and success in the coming year. 🙂
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Yes, Cheryl, it’s hard but not impossible. I also think finding a balance is a journey, and every step counts. 🤗
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