The New Year always brings such promise and hope. It also brings a lot of stress. I haven't even put away my Christmas decorations and I'm expected start working on those goals of losing 20lbs, organizing my home, be a better Mom and Wife. Talk about pressure! Granted it's self-inflicted:)
It's hard to come up with one goal. The things in my life that are important to me remain pretty consistent.
- Being a mindful Mother- Every year I just strive to be the best I can be. They know they are loved.
- Being a thoughtful and caring wife- Since the day I married my Hubby 8 years ago I have been his biggest cheerleader and he is mine.
- Healthy Lifestyle- I think the majority of the world would say their goal is to lose weight and be healthy. This has always been important to me. Each year I try to find new ways to challenge myself. This year I've started running. Maybe I will compete in a race? I would love to lose some extra pounds, but I'm done with beating myself up over it. I will just continue to make good choices and know there will be good days and bad.
If I have to pinpoint one goal for the year it would be FORGIVENESS.
It's hard to let go of all my imperfections. I tend to dwell on the negative. This can be consuming and is time and energy wasted. I try to be the best wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend I can be. I'm human though! I fail and make many, many mistakes.
This year I would like to learn from all those imperfections and MOVE ON. I'm always trying to teach my girls this lesson. I guess Mommy should start 'Practicing what I preach.'
Life will be much more enjoyable if I forgive myself. This year I want to focus on holding my husband's hand, seeing the smiles on my girls' faces and surprising myself by trying things I may not succeed at.
Here's to 2011 and all those bumps in the road. With the love and support from family and friends I know I will make it to the finish line.
Happy New Year to all of you! May 2011 be all you hope for!
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