The calendar calls Jan 1 New Years day, but I think that’s arbitrary. Wasn’t that determined by a Roman Emperor in about the 3rd century? (Gregory? Julias?Augustus? Sorry, I follow the Greek history more!) School years are Aug to June… So why would Planning Guy years be locked into a traditional calendar? In planning we plan seasons anyway. Spring/Summer in my world is Feb to about Sept. Planning is flexible within a rigid environment.
In my house we plan years by our annual pilgrimage to Maui. As I am currently sitting at the airport, yesterday ended the 2016 year to me, and today starts the New Year.
2016 was a good year. No major health issues, no catastrophic events in my life. Launching this website, several great speaking events, made many new amazing friends and met hundreds of interesting people. Learned an incredible amounts of skills and lessons.
2017 will be a year of change and transitions. I dont know exactly what changes will occur but there will be many. Some will be small, some big. Planning means evolving.
To the friends I made in 2016, to the old friends I reconnected with, to the ones who continue to be in ny life, I appreciate my time with you, and the effect you have.
Time to board, and start the new year.
Aloha, and Mahalo.
I am… That Planning Guy