Anticipation

As I look forward to January 2009, I am brought back to my feelings as a boy waiting to get a big present of consequence for the year.

How is it that I can regress so far into the past with something that will happen anyway - a change in leadership, both externally and internally, in my occupation. Just 2 1/2 months (taking into account holidays) away, and yet I struggle to think that all will be smooth sailing over that time.

Others around me seem to think that everything will change because of a new leader. I do not concur. Internally, I am already adjusting to what I am expected to do anyway. I am avoiding conflict with others who will be around after January.

No wishing my life away this time - Christmas will wait and so will the present.