Inspiration for a New Year

One thing about me: I gave up New Year's resolutions years ago. I never really meant them, or could only stick to them for a short time. Let's face it, change can be difficult. Just because it is a new year doesn't meaning turning over a new leaf is any easier.

Another thing about me: more often than not, I do not have a direction. I've never had a master plan for my life. Rather, I've taken life as it comes and made decisions based on opportunities. I am a happy person for it. Don't get me wrong, I don't just bumble around (usually). Its just that I am open to the unexpected.

So, what's my point? Now that I've established the first two things about myself, I want to tell you about my inspiration for 2010. Yes, inspiration.

I was catching up on the world with Google Reader (you know my proclivity for it) when I came across an interesting post on Lifehacker. I scanned it, then linked directly to the original post from the original author. The post was dedicated to "Hints and Tips for doing a 365 day Photo Project".

When I read the title I turned into Scooby Doo with a tilted head and  "hrmmmm?" The idea of a 365 day photo project is pretty basic. You take one photograph a day. You can have a theme that you stick to, or not. The article is stock full of great ways to keep motivated and reward your continuity.

Mike got me a beyootiful new camera for Christmas. It is an ultra compact because I carry a camera in my purse -- who knows when opportunity will present itself? The timing of the post couldn't be more perfect. A new year, a fresh start, an opportunity to do something I like and use a Christmas gift.

I am really excited to start my 365 day photo project. I don't know how I'll share my pictures yet. Right now, I want to get started and stick to it. Do you enjoy photography and want to join me? If you do, please, let me know! We could encourage and inspire each other. We could even create some cool way share our work. The possibilities are endless.

I can't wait to get started!

Also linked above, check out the Dawnstar Australis post "Hints & Tips For Doing A 365 Day Photo Project"