I decided to write.

On January 7th, 2023, as I sat down to write my New Year's resolution, I decided to take a look back at my old diaries from 2008. I reviewed all the goals and plans I had set for myself each year and felt grateful for how many of them I had achieved. However, I noticed that some dreams and wishes remained unchecked on the list. I realized that while I made plans each year, I had not taken any real action towards achieving them.

I began to reflect on why that was, and one goal that stood out to me was my desire to write something every day. I recognized that I had started writing a few times, but I always seemed to stop after a few paragraphs or a day. I realized that I needed some help to get started and started searching for someone who writes regularly to get tips and advice.

Then, I decided to reach out and request for a meeting with the blogger whose writing I liked and sought some ideas from him. The meeting turned out great and the blogger shared some handy tips and advice, he even wrote a post on how to start the next day. I read the post and started writing that same night and now I am writing on the topic "I decided to write.".

I realized that I had to figure out my "why", Why do I want to write? What would happen if I didn't start? Writing is important to me, I want to document my father's story and pass down my writing skills to my sons. I could not imagine myself, a few years from now, filled with regret for not starting this journey. It may be challenging initially, but I will take baby steps and be intentional about it. I am convinced that with practice and dedication, perfection will come.

The most crucial step is making the decision to start and not worrying about what I'll write or how to find joy in it. The intention is key, my heart will guide me to write and my brain will start thinking about ways to fulfill my wish. Eventually, writing will become a habit and will never stop, the joy of reading and writing will only increase as I continue on this journey.