I've decided to give myself 14 resolutions this year - and meet them all! Most of these goals are smaller goals that I've had every year since 2000!
1. Read through the entire Bible. I have an app for that! I've started several times, but I plan to do it this year.
2. Develop and stick to an exercise plan. I've done this before. I lasted about 10 months before I let vacations and holidays get me off track. I spent most of 2013 trying to get back on track. I plan to include running/walking, weight lifting, and yoga. And I want to try something new that has scared me in the past…hm.
3. Keep up with the laundry - including the ironing! I don't mind doing laundry, but I can't stand folding/hanging, ironing, and putting away the clothes. Clean clothes usually live in the baskets they land in after the dryer. No more piles of clean clothes!
4. Clean eating 80% of the time. I did clean out the kitchen not too long ago. I got rid of refined sugars, white flours, etc. I've re-stocked some since though. Now that the holidays are over, I need to purge again. We will eat clean at home and only "cheat" when we go out to eat.
5. Organize my business in a way that benefits my family. My hobby has turned into a business that keeps me very busy. I have been so blessed with new customers! But I have also been overwhelmed with work-load and trying to budget my time. I need a "work schedule".
6. This is part 2 of #5. I need to keep better books for my business - organize money in and money out. Am I actually making money or just breaking even? I'm ok with just paying for my hobby - as long as I'm not losing money!
7. And here's part 3 of #5! I need to organize my crafts. They have taken over half a bedroom and the dining room. I need to take the rooms back and find a way to organize my supplies and finished products.
8. I think about writing letters/cards (not emails) to people who have influenced me in some way or who need a pick-me-up. I even have a list of people I'd like to send them to. This year I would like to do at least 2 a month. One a week would be ideal.
9. PURGE! I have clothes, shoes, kitchen gadgets, decorative items, and crafting supplies that I *might* use one day. I'm pretty good about purging clothes every so often, but I still hold onto things I don't wear. This year, I plan to turn every hanger backwards and toss anything that isn't worn - even if I didn't wear it because I may fit in it. If I get that small, I'll want new clothes anyway!
10. Spend more time with my parents. I see them at least once a week when I grocery shop for them, but I need more intentional time. I want to talk. I want to write down the stories and family history they have to share. I will wish I had done this one day if I don't do it now.
11. GIVE. My husband is excellent at this one. He really is one of the most generous people I know. But I have a confession to make. It makes me nervous. I love that he does it. And sometimes i get credit for it, but it's mostly him. Now that my small business is making some money, I'd like to give some of that away. Maybe I can give more of my time?
12. I like to read fun books, but this year I'd like to read more non-fiction. I love to learn, so I need to read more to learn! 1 non-fiction book a month! Any suggestions?
13. Limit media time. This one is rough. I LOVE Pinterest, FB, Instagram, Etsy, etc. I need to set limits on the amount of time I spend on each of this. I'll set a timer when I sit down at the computer. And limit the netflix time! EEK!
14. Nest. This one is pretty personal. I want to take care of my family, our home, and our hearts.
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