WHAT ’ S your NEW YEAR ’ S
resolution ?
“ A New Year ’ s resolution means a person sets a positive mindset to accomplish a specific change throughout the year ,” said Master-at-Arms 1st Class Calvin J . Green , Kennel Master at NAS Meridian . “ I create and follow resolutions each day to break undesired traits and behaviors . Two of my most recent resolutions are to call a distant friend to catch up with life events , and smile more throughout the day ”.
“ My New Year ’ s Resolution is to exercise on a more regular basis ,” said Ward Calhoun , Chief Deputy , Lauderdale County Sheriff ’ s Department .
“ My New Year ’ s Resolution is to make sure my family and friends know how much I love them , and less road and fast food restaurant rage ,” said Christi Luke , office administrator , Eye Clinic of Meridian .
“ My New Year ’ s Resolution is to drink less Red Bull ,” said Lamar football coach Jacob Land .
“ I plan to get in better shape to play volleyball again ,” said Doug Everett , the West Lauderdale head volleyball coach .
“ My New Year ’ s Resolution is to be the best grandmother to my grandchildren , to be the best mom to my children , and to always be thankful for everything I am blessed with ,” said Jessica Nance , marketing and promotions manager at Meridian Honda , Doc ’ s Chevrolet Buick GMC and Doc ’ s Toyota .
“ My New Year ’ s Resolution is to be nicer to people ,” said Bryan Miley , a Northeast Lauderdale teacher and assistant basketball coach .
“ My New Year ’ s resolutions are setting my intentions for the next day before I go to bed ,” said artist Brejenn Allen . “ I want to start with intentional prayer , meditation , and time with God daily . Then , I want to end my day by reflecting and making plans for the next day , even if it doesn ’ t go according to plan . I also want to get active after my workday . Sitting at a desk or an easel all day isn ’ t good for my body , and just because I ’ m not a student-athlete anymore doesn ’ t mean I can ’ t enjoy sports . I ’ m also learning to say no . My time , energy , and peace of mind are essential . I am learning to say no and not feel bad for it .”
“ I ’ m looking forward to finding more hobbies in 2023 ,” said Chancellor Crowe , a 4th grader at Lamar School . “ Some things I would like to try are pageants , jazz dancing and voice lessons . My New Year ’ s resolution is to try to have fewer negative thoughts ”.
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