Happy 1-1-11 every1!
(I'm so witty!)
Over the past thirty blah-blah years, I have not made resolutions. I have always felt like it was a bit ridiculous to start something because it's the first day of the year. Something...that, let's be honest, I probably will quit on Jan 2 of that year. This year though... I decided I'm gonna give it a try. I have kinda jumped in big-time too. I know... I know... maybe not the best idea. Go from skeptic to die-hard. Well... we will see!
I have decided to make a resolution for different parts of my life. You know physical, intellectual, etc. I think it may be a fun ride. So here are my resolutions!
Physical: Yep... we are going with the exercising plan. I want to get back to walking Hilda more often. So... at least 4 times a week, Hilda and I will go for a little trek.
Intellectual: I would like to read 20 books this year--from at least 5 genres. I tend to stick to the same genres so this will make me broaden my horizons. I will make my list in an entry....you can help me stick to it!
Spiritual: I want to get back to reading my bible more. I do church, community, books.... but I have gotten away from spending time learning what God actually says in his word. I want to read my bible everyday. Not necessarily hours and hours... but I want to read something. Whether it's reading a verse and memorizing it, reading a passage and meditating on it or just reading to read a story-- READ. That's the key.
Food-al: Fast food only once a week....or maybe twice? three times? NO! Once. Being out on the road and driving all over makes Micky D's soooo easy. I need to cut down on the yummy grease. Sionara Wendy!
Financial: My super awesome brother-in-law helped me redo my budget. It is pretty reasonable....when I use it. So this year... I'm gonna do just that. Use it.
Social: Living in a new place, it has been difficult to meet new people. Honestly... I haven't really tried. One place I would like to start is our small group/bible study groups at church. I want to find a small group. This year, I want to find a community of people that I can do life with. ...and as much as I heart my sister's friends (which have become my friends, most definitely), I would like to branch out a little more.
Addendum to Social: Call/text/FB/chat with my FW friends more!!! I miss you!!!
Emotional: I need to take vitamins. Ugh. Vitamins. (I wasn't quite sure what to put for this one. I figured vitamins would help with crazy moods and how I feel??? I'm gonna try it.)
Explorer-al: I want to visit one place I haven't been every month. You know... expand my horizons. (This will eventually include Italy... but not this year.)
Familial- I need to call/visit my family more often. We used to chat all the time and now... who knows! Especially my 91 year old grandma. I would love to chat with her and learn from her more while she is with us. (Which will probably be forever!! Go Grandma!!) I have moved closer to much of my family now that I am in Florida and I need to take advantage of that!
I might add more but for now... it's a good start. Here goes my year of resolutions!! I hope, if you have made resolutions, you are able to follow through and enjoy the journey!!
Happy New Year blogger friends!
~Heather
