New Goals for a New Year

I can't believe it's 2012 already! Time flew in 2011, but it was a good year - the most life changing thus far. Having our little man toward the end of it made it that much sweeter!


For 2012, I've gone with the majority and set a resolution... I've never been much for the silly things, because let's face it - not many people keep them. I'm hoping that I'm not one of "those" people come March or April! I think my goal(s) are realistic and do-able.

What are they?

1) Get back to running!! A friend of mine persuaded me in early 2011 to give running a try, even if I wasn't that great at it. I did, and I actually kind of like it! (Thanks, Lisa!!!) It's a great feeling to know that I'm bettering my health. I don't have to be fast or finish first. I just want to be healthy enough to run around and play with my son (when he's big enough!) and not feel out of breath, tired, sluggish, etc. I do have one goal for this resolution - to start and FINISH the St. Jude Half Marathon in December of 2012. Wanna join me? Check it out! I have a year to prepare - Here's to it!

2) Daily devotions... This is an area I've ALWAYS struggled with! I've been a Christian since early childhood, and my walk with God has been like everyone else's - up and down. 2011 seemed to be a constant reminder that all I need to do is put my faith and trust in Christ, and He'll get me where I need to be. Easier said than done, right? I'm human. I struggle, stumble, and surely fall, but I'm sure of one thing - I have a Savior who will be there to pick me up, dust me off, and help me get back on that path I so badly need to be on! Devoting time to Him and His word daily is a necessity!

3) De-clutter! 

Ok, ok, ok. This is one of the most popular resolutions. But seriously. I keep everything! When it comes to Kriegh, I don't think I'll succeed here - I already want to keep every item we own if it deals with him! Think I'm kidding? There are mints from my baby shower in his keepsake box. Yes, every item :) For Mitch and I, though, I really want to go through stuff and get rid of some junk that we don't really need. Example : My psychology notes//books//papers from my first 2 years of college. It's been 7 years!

I'm sticking to just 3 for now. If I feel like I'm doing pretty well on them, I'll consider adding a "halfway through 2012" resolution. So here's to a happy, healthy, fun-filled 2012!

Praise God for the memories that will be made and the times that will be shared with good friends, great family, and everyone in between!