We asked some folks who were out and about in downtown Lawrence on the first two days of 2025 to share their new year’s resolutions and describe 2024 in one word. Here’s what they had to say.
Levi Clock, Lawrence local
Resolution: “To be consistent with my habits and goals. Less procrastination, more focus, more discipline — I think I’d be happy with that.”
2024 in one word: “Rebirth.”
Summer Loehr, KU student
Resolution: “Nothing specific. Just to continue working toward building a life and a community.”
2024 in one word: “Hell.”
Isabella Myers, Lawrence High student
Resolution: “To be more peaceful.”
2024 in one word: “Messy.”
Kodyak Jake, Lawrence local youth
Resolution: “To strive for more independence.”
2024 in one word: “Chaotic.”
Jubilee Jacob, Lawrence local youth
Resolution: “To earn more money.”
2024 in one word: “Just OK.”
Alize Phommaseng, Lawrence High student
Resolution: “To be open and positive.”
2024 in one word: “Chaotic.”
Kaity Lewis, Lawrence local
Resolution: “To quit vaping, and to quit scrolling on my phone so much.”
2024 in one word: “Overwhelming.”
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Emilia (Mimi) Rosado Schmitt (she/her) is a junior at Lawrence High School and a co-editor in chief for the LHS Budget, where she edits stories and makes graphics and reports.
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