I’m still disgruntled about the snow, but anyway…Spring is a sign of renewal, new beginnings..I figured this would be a good time to reflect on my new year goals and see how I’m doing.
Health – I haven’t changed my cooking habits much. I slacked off my exercise regimen for 2 weeks. I’m back on track now and happy bout it!
Finances – Ay yi yie…I needs a stimulus check..please and thank you. I cut down on my bagel consumption significantly. I also have been doing a really good job bringing lunch more often than I ever have. Last week I spent $1k in unexpected expenses towards this vehicle of mine *sigh*. However I also started the college saving plans for the girls. So there was a hiccup, but I’m still making strides.
Spiritually – I have seen marked improvement in how I handle situations. A perfect case in point would be how I handled that troll. It doesn’t take much for me to flip out. When I was younger I would get so enraged my mother would say that I was like a lion, and if I did’t cut it out I would have a stroke. She’s a nurse and was always throwing some dire medical consequence at me..lol. Besides that, I’ve not stayed on target in terms of inviting a person per week, but I have been extending invitations. I absolutely feel like I’m experiencing a closer walk. In the past I have stewed over situations that have gotten under my skin, now I find myself really trying to put it before the Lord and leave it there. I’m dealing with a situation right now that has required me to do this. It’s not resolved yet, but when it does I’ll let ya’ll how this nonsense has played out.
Parenting – Oh MY! Well I’m really happy to report that I am taking more time. Last night T was working on a report, one that she didn’t tell me about until Wednesday night. It was around 9:00 and she was still typing away, for a moment I wanted to fuss and tell her to take her tail to bed. I took a second and then became very proud. She was knocking that report and tho she waited until the last minute she was getting it done. I’m sure she was tired, but in that moment I saw her work ethic. Now next time I expect her to start on her report earlier.
As a foster parent the girls that come are needy. Its like trial by fire parenting…patience is a must have. It’s a good thing.
This was not mentioned in my ‘09 goals, but I’m also proud to report I received a letter from my Dean congratulating me on my academic achievement. My goal is to continue to maintain an above 3.7 average.
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