a word that has been on my mind lately—especially significant at this time of year

re•new

v.

1. to make new or as if new again
2. to take up again; resume
3. to repeat so as to reaffirm
4. to regain or restore the physical or mental vigor of; revive
5. to arrange for the extension of
6. to replenish
7. to bring into being again; reestablish
8. to become new again
9. to start over