I figured that I needed to write down my resolutions than actually just have them stored in my little brain so what more public of a venue could I come up with than my blog? Feel free to offer any advice on how I could actually accomplish some of these goals... well, maybe except for #2 (occupational). I already get plenty of advice on that one. But, I'm not changing it just because it can be a touchy subject. You'll see why when you get there.
Social - Spend more time volunteering for a charity organization. I think I may try to become a wish granter for the Make-A-Wish Foundation or something of the sort. I try to stay away from getting into something I have to commit for at least a year (blame that on my inability to commit to staying in MN) but I like being involved in civic activities regardless.
Occupational (this is the one I am not soliciting advice on... unless you make it REALLY good) - Get married. I know that occupational should be career oriented, but I don't want a career, I'll trade it for a husband and family instead. My brother Joe says that 2009 is the Year of the Wife, so I figured this should be the Year of the Husband for me. This may be a little tough since someone just pulverized my internal ticker this weekend (and I'm REALLY glad he doesn't read my blog), but I'm not changing my goal either. I just apparently need a little more faith to make this one happen and find someone.
Spiritual - Have more meaningful prayers. Let's be honest, God knows what I want, need, etc... but I can also be much better about expressing it as well. I already try to pray several times a day but I can also kick it up a notch or two. It's something more for me than for Him anyway and praying better, more, etc. never hurt anyone.
Physical - Run at least 2 half-marathons this year. Anyone interested in joining? I was going to put something like lose weight but that just doesn't happen for me, so I'll do something I can actually accomplish. (Yes, no faith on losing weight yet I put marriage for my occupational goal... apparently I'm a little screwy).
Intellectual - Learn a new skill. I'm not sure WHAT exactly that will be, but I've been kicking around some ideas from community classes so it will be something like learn a new language, learn how to paint, etc. Any good suggestions?
Emotional - Become a better communicator. In my past life, I've been a horrible communicator, especially when it comes to anything that is important to me. I like to blame it all on being an introvert. However, I've been making progress the last few years on this one. So, while I'm still single, I might as well learn to hone this important life skill.
3 comments:
Looks like some good goals. Although, I think you really may be a little "screwy" if you think you need to loose weight. You are already rail thin. If you lost weight you would blow away in the MN wind.
It was so good to see you and talk with you this last weekend. We miss you.
all things in time, my dear. i don't care what your girl friends have to say about it, you are a fine, fine piece of real estate! mind, body and spirit, don't short sell yourself.
I also liked reading your goals :) I was interested in the emotional one because I have been looking to improve myself emotionally and wanted to set a goal like that, but wasn't sure how to do it and if it made sense. Yours is a good example for me :) (Communication has been a huge thing out of my comfort zone since I got married--so I think that's a great goal you have!)
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