Did I keep my New Year's resolution for last year? What is it this year?

[MrsPincince]

TEKO, I TOOK YOUR ADVICE.....lol

My new years resolution last year was to be more content with what I have and not dwell on what I don't have (It could be anything. Not necessarily material things)....I must tell you, this one was hard but I eventually got it. I became more focused on me and my family and surprisingly enough I am less stressed. Everyone has friends that have more money or nicer cars or what others may seem to think is "the perfect life" but I've learned no one is perfect and you just have to make due with what you have and be thankful for each and every day you are given a chance to breath....That to me is more important. It took me a long time to get here but after having my son, getting married and not having to worry about infidelity and just having a decent little ol' life that is filled with happiness, my whole perspective on life has done a 360. Now with baby #2 on the way and we are in a position where we are not struggling and having to worry about how we are going to take care of our children, it really solidifies it for me. Not saying that everyday is roses, and we are far from rich, but we are healthy and we can pay our bills and still have fun. Of course life always throws things at us when we don't expect it and believe me, Jason and I have had our share, I'm just really thankful that we both made it together......My New Year's resolution for this year is to continue last year's and hope that I stick with it.

[specialmom]

Hm.  How's this for pathetic----  I can't even remember what my resolutions were last year!!  Oh yes, I make a list every year----  but last year seems like so 'last year'.  I'm moving onto this year!!

I lost some weight-----  I want that to stay OFF!  And, I'm trying to be a healthy girl even if it kills me.  

I'm trying to stick to my budget that I reduced from last year so we can save more cashola.  Whew---  that is a challenge for me.

I hope to remember all of my aunts birthdays and get cards in the mail.  I mean---  I actually always remember their birthday but it is the card in the mail that would be new for me.  (AND bonus----  I don't have to eat into my budget to buy cards because I have a whole drawer full of cards I've bought in previous years and didn't send!)


I'm going to finish and publish the book I've been writing.  (okay, that has been on my list since I was 13 when I started the book).

I lost a friend to cancer this weekend----  and honestly, that trumps resolutions.  It is eye opening when we are reminded about the fragility of life.  I need to view every day as precious and love those in my life to the greatest of my ability.  

So here is to a great year for my friends here filled with joy and peace!

[brice1967]

I kept mine last year and this years is kind of a continuance of last years with an emphasis on my physical health and family.

Good luck to everyone and Happy New Years!

[ILADVOCATE]

   Yes I'm just trying to get back into life and be more with people. Keep things short and simple starting with the length of my posts lol. Hope to be out and about next time this year but got to see family today.

[R Glass]

My News Years Resolution was to not put unfair expectations on myself. It apparently worked because I got what I expected, very little

[adgal]

My new years resolution was just to slow down and smell the roses.  Life has a way of getting so crazy that I know I have often not spent the time I should appreciating how really great my life is.  So, I made more of an effort to spend time with close friends, staying in touch with family members (all of our family is out of town) and just making sure that those I love know it.  I can say that I did what I said I would and my life is far better for it.

Happy New Years to all of you!!  Teko - 1 year smoke free!  Fantastic girlfriend, and something to really really be proud of.  Not easy I know!

MrsP - good on you for having your priorities straight.  What a gift you are to your children...a wonderful example.

Barb - we should all strive for that, and your comments are such an important reminder.

Again, Happy New Year to you all, and I hope that 2012 see's all your dreams come true.

[MrsPincince]

Barb- Thank you:) I think I will too! I like your resolution too. I always try to be the best person I can be.

Teko- You're so right. Def wasted time that will never come back...KUDOS and 1000 at a gal's to you on your upcoming smoke free anniversary. The first year is always the hardest but trust me, it gets better and easier. Jason and I are going on 4yrs and honestly we have no desire to go back.

I'll be on the course of losing weight after this pregnancy. That should be fun! lol. Maybe we can be each others motivation. It may work. U never know...hehehe

[teko]

Maybe it comes with age Mrs. P. but I have learned thru the years that looking at the glass half full instead of half empty makes a world of difference in the stress level on a daily basis. That coupled with the knowledge that once you spend that time being upset and stressed, you never get it back and it was time wasted. Live, love and laugh.

New Years Eve I will be smoke free for one year. I am excited and very proud of meself too. It has not been easy but has been very very worthwhile. This year my new years resolution will be something not so hard, maybe lose that last 10 lbs gained from quitting smoking? Or maybe I wont cut my hair for a year and see what happens! LOL EW! That could be scarey

[Barb135]

I don't make New Year's resolutions, because they don't usually last long.  I simply try to be the best person I can be, every day........ not easy and it doesn't always work like I plan it.......  :-)

MrsP - you've taken some great strides and I've no doubt you will keep up with them.  

I've learned the hard way that most days are not roses, but if we look hard enough, there's usually "something" good in each one.......