So far, we are two weeks into the new year, just about. And I have resisted buying any new candy so far, I would say haven't had any candy except I had four or five pieces of PEZ we got for X-mas the other night. But even though I work across the street from a convenience store, I've gone this whole year so far without buying or drinking soda or buying any candy or eating much of it either.
One of my resolutions was to cut out soda and candy not because I need to loose 20 lbs, because I don't want to do that, but because I had gotten lazy about packing healthy lunches and was reliant on sodas and store bought coffee and candy to get me through workdays. At the end of the year I did feel a layer of M&M's and Sprite on my hips and belly, so I decided I was better off without them. I am trying to be more careful about how much salt and sugar I take in, because I salt almost everything and I used to eat lots of candy...last year!
I need to get glasses but I'm not sure that counts as a resolution since I go and get it done once, and I don't have to work on it all year. Same with applying to college, I mean, buckling down during classes and working hard isn't a resolution, its a commitment. Applying isn't a resolution either, I just have to do it.
Being better about my priorities and not procrastinating though- that could be a resolution. Though I didn't list it, I think it's a good thing for me to think about.
I always feel like I need to clean more and get more done at home, and everyone I know wants to work out more but I do walk around a lot, though usually I don't break a sweat.. or people who want to practice their art more. So here are my resolutions now that you've heard that much:
1. No candy, or soda. Within reason. But none. +Use agave in coffee, not sugar.
2. Work out 3 times a week. Not counting walks to work and groceries and errands.
3. Clean my house more often and do dishes more often. Cook more often. Use all of kitchen more.
4. Practice singing and playing bass regularly. At least once a week, each.
5. Write more. Draw more. Sew more = Actually do what I want to do creatively.
6. Be more positive.
Might as well include the last one since it's been working so far for me this year. :)
Also in 2013, I have begun planning for a benefit to be hosted by my work, so that is going to be a very exciting adventure as I tackle being an assistant manager, and owner of an etsy shop, and freshman in college by the fall.
So that is my plan, to focus more on myself and bettering who I am, and also what I'm doing.
For myself and for others, so I hope this year pans out in the fantasy-future like the one I have in my head.
Goodbye 2012, and good riddance!
Hello great and wonderful 2013.
Let the Friday the 13th Parties commence and mark your calendars for 11/12/13!
