Rockin' New Year
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 by Tracey Clark 
Is it just me or as we get older do holidays lose a little bit of their kick? The big events we looked forward to as children (and even young adults) tend to loose some of their magic as time goes on. I hate to even say it out loud, but I think it’s true. Even our own birthdays are often swept under the rug with minimal fanfare. What is it about growing up that causes us to grow out of our excitement for momentous occasions?
Perhaps it’s because we often experience more stress than enjoyment from some major holidays. Or that practicality gets in the way and leaves no room for childish enthusiasm. I mean many of us toss out making New Year’s Resolutions just to keep the disappointment (and even guilt) of our own realities at bay. Self-preservation I guess.
How about doing something a little different this year. No, I am not going to insist that you make a New Year’s Resolution, I promise. But, I am going to take this opportunity on the last day of 2008 to encourage you to take a look at the past year and amidst all the ups and downs that the year may have dished out that you claim your inner Rock Star. That’s right, you heard me; you are a Rock Star.
Maybe you dusted off your camera and tapped into your long-lost love of photography, maybe you started (or expanded) a blog, maybe you treated yourself to new equipment, maybe you got a photo published or got paid for shooting a session. Whatever creative accomplishment you choose to focus on today, celebrate it. And whether you have plans to ring in the New Year with lots of bells and whistles or in quiet reflection, do it like the Rock Star that you really are.
You didn’t think we’d forget our very last giveaway of the year, did you? We’re ending the month of giveaways with a bang as HP is offering one of their awesome All-in-One printers to a lucky reader. Leave a comment today (in true Rock Star fashion) for your chance to win. Comment by the stroke of midnight to be entered in the drawing. Best of luck and HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Reader Comments (200)
however you celebrate, I hope you've had a fantastic holiday season
Happy New Years!
and btw...i make my birthday a national holiday no matter how OLD i get!! :)
I have always preferred a quite at home New Year's Eve. Going out to a movie in the afternoon and then coming home to munchy food and tv with the family has been a tradition since I was very young. That's what we will do with our kids tonight. Ring in the new year with what is most important!
It is fun to reflect on the past year - I photographed more, started a blog and so much more - and get excited about the new possibilities in the new year.
thanks Shutter Sisters for a great 2008!!!
It has been fun to look back....at first it seemed to have gone by so fast but going down memory lane just made me realize how full of wonderful moments it was. I am ready for a new year that's full of some more~
Happy New Year Shutter Sisters!!
:)
~Deanna
All that was required of me was the courage to take a leap of faith.
http://www.giftsofthejourney.com/Elizabeth_Harper-Gifts_of_the_Journey/Blog/Blog.html
Happy New Year to each of you. I can't for 2009.. I'm making even more changes soon so stop by and have a look.
*insert little girl squeal* My Aunt Betty is here... and she's got her camera! It's Hannah Montana time!"
That statement was met with a symphony of squeals and screams. By the time I put my gear bag down I was mauled by a dozen Hannah Montana wannabes chanting "Take my picture... take MY picture.. PLEASE?!" I figure on that day I reached rock status... or at least I can be likened to a Teletubbie.
Happy New Year sisters! You've brought so much into my life this year. I wish you all joy, prosperity and inspiration for 2009!
Rock on, ladies!
http://stephwiese.squarespace.com/shutter-sister-pictures/wild-shots/
happy new year, fellow shutter sisters!
An HP would rock!
What to say other than thanks for providing such a wonderful virtual space to venture to for inspiration and wonderful posts. I only discovered you a few months ago but since then I always look forward to stopping by and seeing what the sisters are up to.
I really appreciate you making the holidays even more fun with all your wonderful giveaways. Thanks to all of those who made it possible with their generosity.
Goodbye to 2008 and all the interesting adventures it brought about and here is to a New Year filled with ALL kinds of wonderful!!
Thanks again!!
Happy New Year!!!
Thank you--I look forward to learning and growing with my photography in 2009.
Julie
(And, sure, I'd love to win!)
Not that I am a rock star, exactly. But I am a rock-soul singer. And I feel like a star each time I go on stage, that's for sure. Because I have the courage to do something that I love, and that fills my soul.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/juliealvarez/2708028747/in/photostream/
I acknowledge myself many things this year. The shows I made, the photos I took and put up on my shop, my kids clothing shop, my daughter's home education, my opening to all things creative-ecological-soulful, and many more.
So, thank you for giving me the push to think about all this today.
Happy new year, sisters!