Whoa. You probably thought I was done with this whole blogging thing since it’s been a while since you’ve seen any new content from me. The truth is, there is a ton of behind the scenes stuff that goes on in my little slice of the internet. I’ve been updating the site, revising old posts, and moving stuff around a bit. New posts should be posted on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule from now on.
Okay, so who is watching that Marie Kondo show on Netflix? I watched the first episode the other night and my husband jumped up and basically cleaned the entire house, so Marie Kondo may be onto something. Only watch this show if you want to take every single thing in your closet and put it on your bed. And then do nothing with it until bedtime. And then shove it back in the closet, less organized than it was.
I’ve been writing a lot of post ideas lately about re-organizing in the new year and clearing out clutter. It got me thinking about what resolutions I’d like to keep this year for myself. I’ll be 31 this year and I’m ready to make some changes that I can actually stick to. I’m coming for ya, 2019!
I made a list of my resolutions this year and I’ve got to say that I’m excited that for once that I can stick to every. single. one. These resolutions don’t require a gym membership or eating cauliflower rice (you aren’t fooling anyone, cauliflower). You can keep these resolutions all by yourself!
These are my personal new year’s resolutions, now that I am more realistic about what I can actually stick to and achieve. This must come with age, or the older I get, the happier I am in my own skin and don’t feel like I need to put unrealistic expectations on myself. I had a baby for crying out loud (15 months ago but still). Hahaha.
Here are my resolutions for 2019:
These resolutions are good for me. They’re nurturing for my soul as I enter into the dreaded 30s. I mean further into the 30s. Looking forward to a great 2019! What are your resolutions this year? Will your family be adopting any of these resolutions this year?
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December 9, 2019
Kristen | 15th Jan 19
PAY-TON,
Okay so I had to comment back to you on this one, cause we have a lot of the same resolutions this year. I too would like to spend way less time on my phone, and more time outdoors. We got a camper last year and are hopefully putting it to some use this summer. Saving money…yeah… the more we make, the more we spend! Ugh! Your section about making new friends hit home for me too. It’s SO HARD to make friends as an adult. I don’t think it’s your face. I’m pretty outgoing (I think), and I can’t make new friends either. Not that I’ve really *tried* but, I mean, how do you try? Corner your kids classmates parents at drop off and ask them if they want to be friends??? Sounds like a good way to get a protection order against you. So if you figure out a way, please post it on here. I’ll be reading.
I love your idea about taking baby steps about eating healthier too. I’ve taken a similar approach and agree that trying to make drastic changes typically sets us up for failure. So for me, instead of having pasta 6 nights a week, I’ve limited it to 1, and I’ve tried to limit bread to once a day, if that. I’ve also tried not to scarf my dinner down like a ravenous animal and have multiple 2nd’s. Seems like it’s working! Plus, I’ve dusted the cobwebs off my treadmill and started jogging a few days a week.
We can do this!!!
I hope 2019 brings lots of love and happiness to you guys!
Payton | 15th Jan 19
Kristen! I love this comment so much. It’s so good to hear from you!! And yes, we can totally do this! Happy new year!