Can you believe it's 2008? I can remember when we were all partying like it was 1999 (and not because the song was hot, but because it really was 1999).
So of course along with the New Year come the new resolutions. Why beat around the bush, you know I'm gonna post 'em, so here there are. I only have three.
#1 -- I WILL TREAT MY BODY BETTER!
This does NOT translate to losing weight, dieting or working out more because I am so damn tired of those same old resolutions. So this year I'm making a promise to my body that I will treat it with the love and respect it deserves. And it deserves A LOT!
For more than three decades (almost four, Mamas!) my body has been doing exactly what it's supposed to do…legs are still standing and bending, nose is still smelling, heart is still beating, various organs are still organ-ing. As far as performance, my body has an excellent track record. It's time to honor it for a job well done.
So this year, I resolve to feed my body with nourishment that will renew its energy, support its functions, and refresh its very essence. Donuts taste real good, but lately that type of stuff tends to sit in my system like dead rocks.
No more looking in the mirror with an eye of judgment and berating my body parts with names like cottage cheese thighs, flappy arms, jiggle-buns, and the ever popular muffin top. If I don’t like the way my body looks, I have the complete power to change it. Until then, I will love what I see.
#2 – I WILL SLOW DOWN!
I've come to the realization that I've been in a perpetual rush for the past 5 years. I rush to work, rush to pick up the kids, rush to fix dinner, rush to get to the grocery store. I'm done with that crap. My new motto for the 08 is…Low & Slow, Baby (mutter it to yourself in a sexy Barry White baritone…mmmm…yeah, that’s nice).
That's me… leaned back in the car, shades on, music playing, cruising along to my next destination secure in the fact that I’m on time and haven’t forgotten my cell phone, purse, or one of the kids in my mad dash through life. So that means that I will make better plans, get to bed earlier so I can actually wake up in the morning, and organize ahead of time so my endless rush can finally end.
#3—I WILL BLOG MORE!
I would love to give some insightful, heart-felt reasoning for this resolution. Something like making connections with others moms, exploring issues facing pre-teens, and meeting new people on blogs all over the world, and sure all that plays a part in my foray into the blogworld, but mostly it’s just fun so I’ll do it more often.
Those are my promises for 2008. They aren't much, but they're mine and I love 'em. Of course, my goal of becoming a low and slow, body-luvin, bloggin fool may not happen over night, but it's something I'll be working toward all year.
Anyone else got any goals for '08? Feel free to share.
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Dear Felicia,
Let me be the 1st to say that I LOVE those goals. They should be life long resolutions!
1) THANK YOU BODY...you don't have to get up each morning & cooperate with us every day so we can do the things that we must, so THANK YOU!
Yes, we should all treat our bodies with the utmost respect & appreciation. Hard to do sometimes but if we don't...who will? And what happens when we are finally forced to? Will it be too late then? Something to think about.
2) What are we rushing for? It's not making our days any better. really the only thing it adds is stress & grief. Believe me I've learned the hard way. Actually I'm still learning. So on that note, I'll follow my wonderful Mom's example & start packing for my vacation sooner, rather than the night before.
It's one small step for me but a Giant step for my sanity & well being!
And those are my two cents. ;o)
-Maria
Felicia, I too love those goals. Honestly, I especially like #3 because you simply love to do it. We should resolve more to do things that make us happy.
We all spend so much time pleasing others, how nice to read "it's just fun so I'll do it more!"
Good for you!
These are all worthwhile goals -- every one! I especially like the bit about loving one's body. It's all too prevalent that women hate theirs -- and they communicate that negativity to their daughters, nieces, goddaughters, whatever.
Just recently got an e-mail showing skin-and-bones, totally anorexic models. Is this what we are supposed to believe is attractive and model-worthy? I have seen file films of Holocaust survivors who looked healthier than these young women. They were so painfully thin, I was surprised they could stand upright, never mind model!
Brava to you for making realistic resolutions that we could all benefit from!
All the best,
Nancy B.
Maria,
RE: on that note, I'll follow my wonderful Mom's example & start packing for my vacation sooner, rather than the night before.
Isn't it funny how long it takes us to look at the habits of our mothers (the same habits we always thought were useless or old-fashioned) and finally decide... hey, that's a good idea!?
Hey Ladies,
Well - we're 21 days into the New Year and a friend just sent me her updated resolutions for 2008. My first thought was, "UPDATED???" it's only been 3 weeks, lol!
It made me think about the goals I set for myself this year. I realize that I haven't even looked at that first list that I made during the first week, bummer. I'm a little disappointed in myself.
I'm curious if anyone else has done anything concrete toward accomplishing the goals they set for themselves for this year? How's it going? Any ideas, suggestions, or thoughts on staying true to the infamous 'New Year's' annual list?
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