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2017 sets and 2018 has got off to a good start

2017 sets and 2018 has got off to a good start
My note last night on Facebook :
From Robin to you :
In less than 15 mins it will be 2018 in Auckland and in less than 8 hours it will be the New Year right here in Cochin. 2017 was full of fantastic experiences and great memories. 
On the balance it was not my best year , learning to cope with numerous changes is never easy, and well laid plans didn’t pan out exactly as envisioned. But it helped me realize the most important things and I am grateful they were intact, nourished and cherished. 
I have learned that we live in a state/country that is quite rich, prosperous and sickness free but sadly mentalities is still third world when resources and industry is second or even first world. So I am hopeful and looking with great expectation to 2018. 
Friendships and relationships should thrive, public places and utilities are treated with care, rules are followed and generally people just open their eyes and do the right thing. 
Religion will take its right place and drive positive behavior that is rooted in love, kindness, humanity and true charity. 
I truly hope as the sun sets tonight and day breaks tomorrow, I will have sown a seed in my soul that will help me reach out and touch more friends and that I will be able to contribute to big or small acts which in some way is of significance to you my friend. 

God Bless.

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