I’d be lying if I said I loved New Years. In fact, I really think I hate it. I hate leaving behind the years that have been so amazing but I’m thankful for the new memories that each year seems to bring. I look at New Years like I do my birthday.. it’s just another reminder that I’m getting older, that time is going way too fast, and that my kids are growing up way faster than I’d like them to. It’s also another reminder that I’m no good with New Years Resolutions and that’s why most years I just don’t bother. However this year I’m going to try. So here goes…

My Personal 2010 Goals:

• I’m going to lose 10 pounds this year and tone up my stomach, my tush, and whatever this flabby thing is that is going on with my arms and thighs. It’s depressing. I’m not fat, but I’m certainly not looking the way I’d like to.
• I’m going to stop drinking 2 sodas a day.. or I’m at least going to switch to diet dr. pepper. I’ll be the first to say I’m a little addicted to the caffeine and I’m not yet willing to give up the one thing that gives me some sort of energy to make it through my day. I figure if I aim low I’ll stick with it, right? I wish I could just eat what I want and just stay skinny but since having my hysterectomy it’s close to impossible.
• I’m going to eat more fruits and veggies and less of those darn Paydays and Milky Ways that keep calling my name.

2010 Goals For My Family:

• I’m going to spend less time telling my kids to be quiet and more time joining in their noisy fun. Even if I have a headache.
• I’m going to have them both to school on time every day. Even if this means not showering or brushing my hair until I get back home.. the other moms do that so why can’t I?
• We’re going to watch less television and spend more time as a family. This includes not using the television as a babysitter.

2010 Goals For My Marriage:

• I might try to nag a little less. Do you know how HARD it is not to nag when your hormones are completely out of whack? It’s HARD! Almost to the point of uncontrollable.. but I’m going to try! Just don’t tell him that because there’s a pretty good chance I’ll fail quite a bit along the way.
• Date nights will happen more often. I hate trying to find a babysitter but my marriage is important and we need our adult time. I really do love going to dinner and the movies.

I can’t make any promises that all of this will come to pass but I will definitely try and if anything this is the year I tone up and start eating a little healthier than I have over the past few years. What are your New Years resolutions and are you good at reaching those goals typically? What are your plans for tonight?

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