Here I am, standing in the doorway of yet another new year. 2013. Wowza. I will do my best to steer clear of tired thoughts and expressions about new years but bear with me if I falter.
First, we all survived another hectic holiday season (hurray) and we also survived the "end of the world" (double hurray) so congrats to us on that. Feel free to pat yourself on the back :) Now to the point of this post. I have never been one to make New Year's Resolutions. I always laugh at the packed gym parking lots and the spike in the runner population after a new year begins. I laugh even harder at the mostly empty gym parking lots and vacant sidewalks/trails a few months later. But hey, good for those people for giving it a whirl. Maybe NEXT year. Still, like most I can't help but feel that sense of refreshment and newness that comes every January. The wonderment of thinking about what this year might bring. Instead of specific resolutions I'm hoping to just have more purpose this year. I know, sounds kind of broad and vague but this feeling that I have is really hard to define. I've always been the "go with the flow" type. I don't typically ruffle feathers and I always hesitate to get outside my comfort zone. I tend to be more of a quiet observer who takes it all in. But I feel like I'm done with that. I want to take steps to change. I want to shake up my routine and push my own boundaries. I want to be more intentional in life. I want to get involved. I want to be open to new things.
So where to begin? Well so far I signed up for a class at church and I'm loving it. I need to sign up for more when this class concludes.
I also feel like I need to get outside my own head and stop worrying so much. Stop worrying about what might happen, what others might think and just go for it. I can't let "maybes" hold me back anymore. I'll probably slip up some where and someone will think I'm strange. Who cares? Normal is boring.
I need to express myself more. Through art, dress, words, blog, whatever. I've been meaning to get back into painting and drawing. I just need to DO IT. It's as simple as sitting down with a piece of paper. I also have a closet with clothes I've never worn because they are a little edgy or daring. I just put the finishing touches on this feather capelet. I think its beautiful and unique. I hope I'll have the guts to wear it out.
I want to start meditating. I need to find a quiet place in my home where I can be by myself away from all distractions. Where I can sit in silence and open my mind and heart to what I may not be hearing in the chaos of life. A time and place where I can also reflect and pray.
Meet new people. I have a bit of a start through the class at church but I want to meet all kinds of people. Maybe some that share my interests in music, crafts, the outdoors, running etc. There are all kinds of sites online that allow people to connect with one another. I need to start taking advantage.
Volunteer. I want to find a way to give back using my time and talents. I'm the proud momma of 3 wonderful rescue dogs and I should pay forward the love and happiness they have brought me by volunteering at an animal shelter. I would also like to get involved in the outreach program at our church that works with under-resourced areas of St. Louis.
Do more home projects. I love a little DIY. I need to tackle some of those items on our "to do list." Like putting up a tile back splash in the kitchen, refinishing our counter tops or renovating the bathroom. Or maybe I can finally do something with this retro china cabinet I bought almost a year ago. Oh the possibilities!
Explore the area we live in. Can you believe we've lived in the St. Louis area for 5 years and I've never been to the Botanical Garden or Grant's Farm? I know. I should be slapped right in the face.
Go to more concerts, plays, festivals and other events. In St. Louis there is some kind of event going on every weekend. I should partake in more of them.
Travel more. Even if it's just a day or weekend trip. We explored Alton, IL a bit last weekend and had a blast. We're also heading to Hawaii this summer and hopefully Colorado as well. I would love to see more of the country by taking road trips and camping. Just have to talk the hubby into it!
I think that list kind of gives a general idea of the direction I'm heading in the new year. Now is the start. If I keep myself open, anything can happen. Here's to the possibilities of 2013.
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So where to begin? Well so far I signed up for a class at church and I'm loving it. I need to sign up for more when this class concludes.
I also feel like I need to get outside my own head and stop worrying so much. Stop worrying about what might happen, what others might think and just go for it. I can't let "maybes" hold me back anymore. I'll probably slip up some where and someone will think I'm strange. Who cares? Normal is boring.
I need to express myself more. Through art, dress, words, blog, whatever. I've been meaning to get back into painting and drawing. I just need to DO IT. It's as simple as sitting down with a piece of paper. I also have a closet with clothes I've never worn because they are a little edgy or daring. I just put the finishing touches on this feather capelet. I think its beautiful and unique. I hope I'll have the guts to wear it out.
I want to start meditating. I need to find a quiet place in my home where I can be by myself away from all distractions. Where I can sit in silence and open my mind and heart to what I may not be hearing in the chaos of life. A time and place where I can also reflect and pray.
Meet new people. I have a bit of a start through the class at church but I want to meet all kinds of people. Maybe some that share my interests in music, crafts, the outdoors, running etc. There are all kinds of sites online that allow people to connect with one another. I need to start taking advantage.
Volunteer. I want to find a way to give back using my time and talents. I'm the proud momma of 3 wonderful rescue dogs and I should pay forward the love and happiness they have brought me by volunteering at an animal shelter. I would also like to get involved in the outreach program at our church that works with under-resourced areas of St. Louis.
Do more home projects. I love a little DIY. I need to tackle some of those items on our "to do list." Like putting up a tile back splash in the kitchen, refinishing our counter tops or renovating the bathroom. Or maybe I can finally do something with this retro china cabinet I bought almost a year ago. Oh the possibilities!
Explore the area we live in. Can you believe we've lived in the St. Louis area for 5 years and I've never been to the Botanical Garden or Grant's Farm? I know. I should be slapped right in the face.
Go to more concerts, plays, festivals and other events. In St. Louis there is some kind of event going on every weekend. I should partake in more of them.
Travel more. Even if it's just a day or weekend trip. We explored Alton, IL a bit last weekend and had a blast. We're also heading to Hawaii this summer and hopefully Colorado as well. I would love to see more of the country by taking road trips and camping. Just have to talk the hubby into it!
I think that list kind of gives a general idea of the direction I'm heading in the new year. Now is the start. If I keep myself open, anything can happen. Here's to the possibilities of 2013.
