Everyone and their dog is posting this years resolutions and what they want to change or do better or differently and whatever. And many are saying they usually quit within a few months or days etc. So I was curious about my previous years resolutions. I looked up 2010 to see what resolutions I had. Not much in the way of resolutions, but I was pretty cocky about my running ability. I said something how I would for sure qualify for boston, we all know how well THAT turned out, and that I would get under 1:40 on a half marathon. That still has not happened. Then I said "this is my year, I know it." Let me tell you how 2010 went, It didn't. It sucked. a lot. in fact, it was probably the worst year of my entire life.
It seems I got a tiny, just a tiny, bit wiser in 2011. My goal was to do less. Not more. Less. Stress less, clean less, work out less etc. And guess how well 2011 went? IT WAS THE BEST YEAR EVER!!! However, there were some things that I started doing last year that I have kept up pretty well and I think I will share those.
One of my first Sundays in FL, one of the sisters, Amy Hillis who has now become one of my greatest friends, talked about how she had started reading the scriptures for 30 min every day and what a difference it made and how you can always find time. whether it be listening to it while you drive somewhere or whatever. It is so available Ipods, ipads, online, you really can't make an excuse. So, I decided to give that one a try. And I did. And I still do it. I listen to it mostly. Better than nothing. I have it on my phone and so when I am cleaning up after breakfast or cycling at the gym or folding laundry. I turn it on and listen. I have gone through the Book of Mormon a few times now and am starting the D&C this week. I love it! I am surprised at the different things I catch as I listen to it or how things will suddenly pop out that I had never noticed before. It has been great.
Other thing. This year I have decided to live life. Throw caution to the wind and Just Do It! Move to FL? Sure! Go to Europe? Of Course! Try new foods? Absolutely! Try some new crazy workout? Love to! Go on a crazy coaster that makes me go into a panic just looking at it? bring it on. Throw myself into the Ocean? Why not? Seriously, that has kind of been my attitude this year. I have been given a great life. We all have. And I have decided to just take it by both hands on hold on. If life presents you with something, take it! And if there is something you want, you really want, then what the world is stopping you? When there is a will, there is a way. So just go for it. Life is a gift, enjoy it!
So what is in store for 2012...well so far I have an awesome cold/sinus infection and a marathon in a few days so that should turn out to be awesome. ;) hahaha, no really, it is Disney so it will be fun no matter what. I'm excited. But for reals, I have no clue what lies ahead for us this year. If there is one thing I would like to try and be better at is spending one on one time with my kiddos. Which I have already put a plan in place for. Date night with each kid each week. A friend of mine did that last year and blogged about every date with pics even. He is also the Bishop of his ward and works full time. And he has 5 kids. If he can do it, I certainly can. So, Tuesday night is James. Wednesday night is Harrison, Thursday night is Sophie. And it isn't a huge ordeal. Just staying up a little later and playing some games or whatever we feel like doing. Last night James and Ben and I played some football. It was fun. I am excited to do something with Harrison tonight.
So, I guess that is all. Spend more time with the kiddos and continue to move forward and do my best each day and life a happy and full life. Yep. We'll see what 2012 brings us this year. Who knows? Maybe we'll move out of the country. ;)
5 comments:
I love the date idea. Not sure I'd be able to do it every week, but certainly every once in awhile. Awesome. Thanks for sharing.
I love the scripture dealio and the date deal. I suck at reading scriptures. I do it like twice a week and even that I do half-heartedly. Sure i have times where I am awesome about it, but the normal is being sucky at it. I will try to be better like that. And the date with the kids - SO great. thanks for the awesome ideas! loves!
MISS YOU SO EFFIN MUCH!
Love it! You are always such an example and inspiration to me! I sure miss you, seriously! I think you are one of the most amazing people I know! Love you tons!
I told you that GInna and Kris will be running too, right? The half. So half my grandkids will be there in the crowd. I like that resolve to do less - I think it's wise. But living life is, too. You're on an adventure, babe, and you're doing it well.
Em, I haven't looked at your blog in a long time. You guys really are having a good time!! Looks like fun! I miss having you guys next door, and miss your desserts you would bring over. Can't wait to see you next time you come out, and yeah let's talk sometime...on the phone.
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