Welp, the New Year is almost here. This year I seem to be enjoying my Christmas/ Holiday break WAY more than usual...maybe it's because I have had a very stressful teaching year!
This year I am really going to strive toward my New Year goals. The goal I really want to focus on is getting healthier...I am not going to worry about the number on the scale too much (per say); however, I just want to get fit. I want to be healthy because I want to live as long as possible (yes, I fear death and yes, I am a Christian). Today I took a step forward and signed up to go to the YMCA again!! Tomorrow starts my workout regimes. My hubs had been considering to buy a helix machine, but due to some things that took priority now, the helix machine will be on the "back-burner" for awhile.
I did add another goal to my list of "New Year goals". I have been struggling lately "what to do next" with my career..I feel like I am stagnate in education (even with a Master's degree in Special Education). I have thought about taking classes in regards to curriculum and/ or leadership; however, something is telling me NOT to do this. I really am considering to attempt the National Board Certificate. With this, I would get a certificate to be a Exceptional Education Specialist...woah, I love the way that sounds! As I have been reading up on this, I KNOW it will be lots and lots of work; however, I like a good challenge, especially if it will move my career in the right direction. So I am going to pursue this...I most likely will not complete it during the 2014 year; however, I will get started. Please (please) wish me luck with this HUGE endeavor.
My thoughts/ reflection of my daily devotional:
"Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. (NLT)" -Pslam 90:12
When I think of this verse, my mind suddenly thinks:
- date nights with Matt
-quiet time with Matt
-family birthdays
-holidays
-family vacays
-BC reunions
With all of these moments, we are either at restaurants, Virginia Beach, sharing presents with one another, and/ or visiting wineries. I need to CHERISH the moments with family/ friends and not get wrapped up in the environment or occasion. We are only given a certain amount of time on the physical Earth, and I need to cherish and appreciate the simpler times with one another that I take for granted every day. I need to really make a better effort in really involving myself in conversations through Facebook messages, phone calls, or text messages. I shouldn't "brush off" my hubs, mom/ dad, or friends when they call. That is a moment that I need to cherish! As I am growing older, I am realizing that life is short...I need to make every effort in cherishing the smaller moments of life with the people I love the most.
Monday, December 30, 2013
Sunday, December 29, 2013
I am up on this rainy, quiet morning reflecting back on the 2013 year. As I reflect back on this year, I think of....
1. Appreciating my husband for his abundance of support, love, and understanding
2. Learning more and more about Bedford County/ Campbell County...transitioning to this "neck of the words" has not been a "walk in the park"
3. Learning Needs Versus Wants (due to financial strife)
4. Struggling with the idea of getting a second job
5. Cherishing the moments of friendships (far and near)
6. Raising a dog (sounds crazy, but a dog is a lot of work)
7. Trying to learn the concept, "I cannot save the world" (however, I still will continue to try)
8. Opening up to God (my faith)/ Struggling to take the first step and search out a church to go to
9. My continued struggle of gaining weight...realizing that I am an "emotional eater" and I need to be in control of what goes in my mouth
10. Accepting my life has changed AND I absolutely LOVE IT!
Going into the 2014 year, I do have some goals or "new year resolutions".
1. Exercise at least 3 to 4 times per week.
2. Run a 5K.
3. Pay off three-fourths of my credit card debt.
4. Read a daily devotional/ get in-tuned more with scripture.
5. Find a church in the area.
What are your goals? Do you think setting goals is pointless or worth-while?
Again, my goals are very "self-centered", but I am okay with this. Usually, in the past, my goals have been very general, not specific at all, focusing on everything else but me. This year, I feel like I really want to focus on getting physically, mentally, and spiritually "fit" because I feel like 1.) I deserve it! AND 2.) It will allow me to lead a healthier lifestyle.
1. Appreciating my husband for his abundance of support, love, and understanding
2. Learning more and more about Bedford County/ Campbell County...transitioning to this "neck of the words" has not been a "walk in the park"
3. Learning Needs Versus Wants (due to financial strife)
4. Struggling with the idea of getting a second job
5. Cherishing the moments of friendships (far and near)
6. Raising a dog (sounds crazy, but a dog is a lot of work)
7. Trying to learn the concept, "I cannot save the world" (however, I still will continue to try)
8. Opening up to God (my faith)/ Struggling to take the first step and search out a church to go to
9. My continued struggle of gaining weight...realizing that I am an "emotional eater" and I need to be in control of what goes in my mouth
10. Accepting my life has changed AND I absolutely LOVE IT!
Going into the 2014 year, I do have some goals or "new year resolutions".
1. Exercise at least 3 to 4 times per week.
2. Run a 5K.
3. Pay off three-fourths of my credit card debt.
4. Read a daily devotional/ get in-tuned more with scripture.
5. Find a church in the area.
What are your goals? Do you think setting goals is pointless or worth-while?
Again, my goals are very "self-centered", but I am okay with this. Usually, in the past, my goals have been very general, not specific at all, focusing on everything else but me. This year, I feel like I really want to focus on getting physically, mentally, and spiritually "fit" because I feel like 1.) I deserve it! AND 2.) It will allow me to lead a healthier lifestyle.
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