Monday, January 7, 2013

Express Yourself - Resolutions

Today is the kickoff for the 2013 edition of Express Yourself. And the first inquiry, Jackie and I want to know, of the year is: What is your 2013 Resolutions? And if you don't make any, then what is something you are looking forward to in 2013 (i.e. life changing event)?

Oh I try to make at least one resolution every year but end up break it, especially if it has to do with losing weight. That is just something that always sounds good, but food ALWAYS looks better.

Last year’s resolution was to read more and I actually fulfilled that goal ALL YEAR LONG! I read over 150+ books in 2012. By the time December came around I didn't touch a book. I decided to concentrate on catching up on those movies I neglected. So far in 2013 I've read 2 books so I'm happy with myself.

However my resolution for 2013 is to just make sure I'm happy. I know, how vague. But it's important. As a mom or even a parent we seem to neglect ourselves. So this year, of course, I'm still going to put forth all of my efforts making sure my kids are happy and healthy and thriving, but I'm going to take the time to pamper myself more.

You know, my daughter doesn't need another pair of boots-with-the-fur, so that I can get a bra that isn't falling apart.

Or my son can buy his own date to the movies so I can stop putting off dying my two inches of grey roots when needed. Gawd I'm only going to be 35 (on Friday) and I have tons of grey! It's probably cause I need a new bra.

And the sad thing is... it's not like we can't afford the things I need. I'm just one of those that think - If I spend that money on me, then something happens like one of our cars take a crap, then I just futilely spent that money. Really? Like a bottle of hair dye or a bra are going to do us in, but I just can't justify it.

Or telling my kids "Not right now" so that I can finally finish my first rewrite of my first draft and get those edits done. If I keep telling my WIP "Not right now" it's never gonna get done. And dreams don't come true by sitting by the wayside.

BUT NO MORE! This year, I'm going to start spending a little more time on me to make sure I'm a little more happier with myself. Let's see if I can stick to this.

Have a happy Monday!

11 comments:

  1. That is an excellent resolution! Being happy is pretty much the most important thing there is!

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    1. It is! I'm usually a pretty happy person but rarely with myself. It's gonna change!

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  2. You definitely should pamper yourself every once in a while.

    I'm not a resolution person, so I'll give you something I look forward to: getting an agent. Unfortunately I don't have complete control over this, but I'm still hoping to see that day. :)

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    1. I'll be sending you some agent mojo vibes all year and every year until you get one!!

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  3. Love your resolutions! So important. You will be so much happier when you get that new bra :) I still need to sit down and make a few goals...I have an idea of what I want to do- but my main thing this month is get organized. I like to be organized before I start in on new projects- that way things run smoother.

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    1. Organization is so important. Yesterday I cleaned up old papers and felt - idk - I guess a good word would be NEW. It felt so good to throw things away.

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  4. 150+ books in a year?! Damn, you're a fast reader! I could never read that many in a year because of my wandering mind, which causes me to re-read sections to see what I missed when my mind was off in la-la land. LOL

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    1. Yeah, I joined thing at the library that had these goals. It could be any books. So this also includes the children bks I checked out for Lani and read to her. But hey, it counts. lol.

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  5. If you're happy, the kids will be happy. That's the way to look at it! Yes, make time for you. My biggest goal this year is to get something ready for publication - it's a case of learning when to let go!

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  6. You had me laughing at the bra=grey hair. And yes! Pamper yourself a little. I use to be the same way (still am mostly), but I decided it was a little stupid. If the money's there, why can't you give yourself a little treat every now and then? Nothing huge, mind you, but every now and then...

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