Will Most Likely, Probably, Maybe Aim For…(update)
The midway point for 2008 already passed, right?
Perhaps around, oh…*ahem*… a month ago?
Before any more time in this year escapes me, I figured now would be an opportune time to revisit my list of New Year’s Resolutions to assess my progress.
Allow me to forewarn you. There is nothing “resolute” about me. I am the most indecisive human on Earth. I can barely settle on what food to eat every day. Open a refrigerator door, and I can stand there for hours. Since this is my first year blogging, I wanted to take some sort of accountability for my resolutions. Not just keep a mental note that will most likely fall out quicker than a worn out Post-It note. So I set the bar low this year. Really. low.
My 13 New Years Resolutions That I Will Most Likely, Probably, Maybe, Aim For in 2008
(In no particular order)
*Updates in RED*
1) Lose weight- Maybe 2 pounds, 10 pounds, or somewhere in between. And eating only lettuce from December 25th to the 31st in 2008 to meet my goal is completely acceptable.
- I’ve lost 4 pounds! If I weigh myself in the morning. I really think I’ve lost about 2 pounds though.
2) Workout- *Note- The word “regularly” did not follow.
- Started working out 6-7 weeks ago. “Regularly” is almost in the equation. I try to squeeze it in while Babisodes is in preschool.
3) Travel- to someplace I have never been before. And visiting family cannot be part of the itinerary.
- I am visiting my best friend in NY solo this weekend. She’s not family, and I haven’t seen her new apartment yet. Does that count?
4) Temptation- Resist wanting to change everything in the house we are moving into.
- We’re all moved in now. And I have the worst itch to change everything. I dream about (someone else) knocking down walls and having a basement that doesn’t feel haunted. But not much has changed. All of the walls are still intact, and I still avoid the basement.
5) Make more money- somehow. Legally.
- Big, fat failure on this one. No I have not started my own little drug ring. Actually, I make NO money now. I quit my last job after balancing the work-at-home gig for over 2 years, and I am slowly sifting through Nursing job boards online. I haven’t felt this great about being broke in years.
6) Toddler time- Spend more time with my daughter since this will be her last year before starting pre-school.
-*Sobs* She started preschool 6 weeks ago! Fortunately, she adapted quickly and adores having her own time in school. I’m still adjusting. *sniff* But having her away for those few short hours makes me smile ear-to-ear when I see her run towards me with open arms when picking her up.
7) Socialize- Stop being such a hermit in front of this black hole that is my MacBook, and actually speak to grown ups. In public. Outside.
- Getting better, but there is still much more room for improvement. I have met a few other mothers, and went on my first moms-night out.
8 ) Wear a bathing suit- *Note- No location specified.
-NEGATIVE! Nuh uh. Not even after losing a few pounds and working out. Until full body wet suits in 80 degree weather becomes all the rage, I’m steering clear of the beach.
9) Read more- I will be specific and say books. Yep, pleural. Aiming high on this one.
- Bad. Bad Sandy. I checked out 2 books from the library. Renewed both of them twice. I never made it past chapter 1 in either. What can I say? I would much rather read your blogs.
10) Husband time- Actually interact with my husband while he is home, and not sit side-by-side with our laptops like reigning king and queen geeks of the Internet.
- Had a breakfast date with Dadisodes this morning (hence the late post). Went on 1 real date in the city, and I’ve recently found a sitter that my daughter likes and I trust (worth it’s weight in gold).
11) See a movie- in a theater.
-Does Kung Fu Panda count? My toddler came. But it was in a theater….and we ate popcorn…and our shoes stuck to the floor. That counts right?
12) Baby #2- Come to some type of verdict on “if “and “when”.
- If?- Yes, we’re doin’ it.
- When?- I’ve been rather forthcoming about that too.
No verdict on our efforts this month just yet.
13) If baby #2 is a possibility- go back and cross out #’s 8, 3 and 1 from the list.
- Sah-Weet! A full-body bathing suit and plane tickets are not in the funds anyway.
Off to find some Raisinets and popcorn…for lunch.
Congrats on making some headway on some of your goals!! I can never even remember what my New Year’s Resolutions were… I usually forget all about them by January 3rd or so.
baby mama’s last blog post..Thursday Thirteen
July 31st, 2008 at 11:48 am
You mean, one can actually revisit New Year’s Resolutions and see if one is sticking to them?? What a good idea! And one I’m afraid to try just in case I mortify myself out of existence. But perhaps a tiny peep? I just won’t tell anyone what I find… okay, thanks for the inspiration!
MommyTime’s last blog post..All I Ever Needed to Know About Writing, I Learned in the 1970s
July 31st, 2008 at 12:08 pm
I don’t make resolutions because I never adhere to them. I do tend to tell myself that every year I will make more money and work out more regularly. I do make more money every year but my expenses also increase every year. Working out? Yeah right!
Love the last one, cancelling out things because of something better and more important is always a plus.
chris’s last blog post..On Living A Simple Life
July 31st, 2008 at 12:28 pm
Keep taking steps along your journey.
“Every waterfall starts with a drop!”
Mark Salinas’s last blog post..One Minute Challenge
July 31st, 2008 at 12:36 pm
Funny, I’ve been thinking about revisiting my half-hearted “resolutions” myself…..I think you have done a fabulous job this year!!
abunslife’s last blog post..Great News!
July 31st, 2008 at 12:40 pm
I love the qualifier at the end of number 5!
Cheri @ Blog This Mom!’s last blog post..Camp Blog This Mom!
July 31st, 2008 at 12:47 pm
I have been thinking of this, too. Looks like you aren’t doing TOO bad.
KEEP BELIEVING
Angie @ Keep Believing’s last blog post..Same situation, different month, test day.
July 31st, 2008 at 1:18 pm
Uhm, you are much, much braver than I am. I am not going back to see how well my resolutions are holding up, because I think it would only depress me. You are doing much better than I am!
Happy TT!
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July 31st, 2008 at 1:24 pm
Baby mama- I think I forgot around then too. I had to force myself to peek back into my archives
Good thing I posted.
Mommytime- Do it! Just a peek
Chris- Exit clauses are a must! Even in resolutions
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Mark- Thanks so much for those inspiring words.
abunslife- Thank you! I definitely recommend revisiting them. I promise myself every year I’ll adhere to resolutions and never do. I figured I’d give myself some online accountability this time. Even if I fail at some.
Cheri- LOL! I’d much rather be broke than have the overwhelming stress of a not so great job that doesn’t pay. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are really growing on me
July 31st, 2008 at 1:24 pm
I don’t see my comment here … and when I submitted it I was redirected (after a long time) to the Wordpress site to check and download ‘comment luv) … so I’m back to say yet again …
If I’d made such a list, I’d be motivated to do something like this myself today … if I’d made such a list ;–) Congratulations on the progress you’re making … and your honesty in addressing these issues with yourself (in the presence of the rest of us). You go girl!!!
If this is a duplicate, feel free to delete my repetitious redundancy ;–)
Hugs and blessings,
storyteller’s last blog post..T-13 #40 – Random Thoughts on blogging …
July 31st, 2008 at 1:26 pm
Good thing I made no resolutions this year! Good luck with #12 and #13, which will help you out on the rest. Happy TT!
July 31st, 2008 at 1:33 pm
I haven’t updated where I am at on mine yet but I happened to reread them yesterday.
You should be proud of yourself!
Looks like you stuck to most of them.
missy wiggins’s last blog post..All done…
July 31st, 2008 at 1:46 pm
the trip doesn’t count if you’ve been to NY before and you know the movie doesn’t!! lol. what is your problem w/the bathing suit? i’m itching to scold you!! glad you and daddisodes are getting some time together!!
jameil’s last blog post..Thursday 13: What I’ll Miss About Pittsburgh
July 31st, 2008 at 1:52 pm
Loved this 13, and you really are making progress toward your goals. Very cool! I have fewer goals, but I’m not even sure on the status of half of them.
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July 31st, 2008 at 1:59 pm
I wish you were here so you could hear me laughing – I can’t even type…I can see you standing inf ront of the frig door – for hours and the bathing suit comment. OMGosh, still laughing. “All the rage” is right! I too have this same darned issue.
Thx so much for your glorious comment on my blog this a.m. You are a lovely human being. My man – yes, wonderful story. Some day I’ll post about it. Read The Notebook? That’s us!…except neither of us is dying yet.
*smoochies*
p.s. come back and take those awards. i had a run in with my HTML code last night and am still not over the shock of almost losing all my comments – from the beginning of time. HENCE, I forgot to mention this important factor: take bling when you leave.
*more smackies* and thx tons for always making me laugh.
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July 31st, 2008 at 2:03 pm
Raisinettes for lunch? More food. Better food. Please?
Lou Lohman’s last blog post..Earlier That Evening ….
July 31st, 2008 at 2:19 pm
Great job on the resolutions. I don’t make any resolutions because I break them right away, like within a day or two. Anyway, I think #11 counts–it was a full length feature and in a theater. Good luck on 12 and 13. Still hoping and keeping my fingers crossed for you.
July 31st, 2008 at 2:27 pm
You are not doing bad at all. I don’t even remember my New Year’s resolution. So, good job on yours! LOL.
Linda’s last blog post..Jade Goody have Trouble Spelling the Name of her Perfume
July 31st, 2008 at 2:36 pm
good for you for re-visiting your goals. I should probably (sigh) do that myself.
and yes, #11 definitely counts!
(I’m keeping my fingers crossed for you on #12.
)
July 31st, 2008 at 3:14 pm
well. you HAVE made progress.
i? have made none.
on the other hand, i didn’t really make any resolutions either, so there’s nothing to progress to.
yes, i’m sneaky that way.
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July 31st, 2008 at 3:28 pm
You are doing WAY better than me!
brittany’s last blog post..Boy Parts
July 31st, 2008 at 3:33 pm
Great 13 idea – accountability, what a concept! Looks like you’re doing much better at keeping yours than the rest of us!
I think your travel and your movie count, by the way….
Debbie’s last blog post..Thursday Thirteen – blessings
July 31st, 2008 at 4:04 pm
You’re doing great!
Since blogs, I rarely read books anymore. I do skim them, though.
July 31st, 2008 at 4:10 pm
Go-go-go girl, success is on your way.
July 31st, 2008 at 4:48 pm
I am horrible when it comes to resolutions. I never stick to them. I have been saying I am going to lose weight for like 2 years, but what can i say “I love to eat”
July 31st, 2008 at 4:50 pm
Sounds like you’re doing pretty good to me! At least you had resolutions…
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July 31st, 2008 at 5:00 pm
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July 31st, 2008 at 5:35 pm
hi sandy ~
make more money .. legally just cracked me up. you got me there.
enjoy, beany
so grateful to be mormon’s last blog post..gratitude attitude .. sweets vs. bitters
July 31st, 2008 at 5:44 pm
Oh I totally had “read more” on my list too and guess what? Big ole negativo on that as well. Yeah, do blogs count?
skiplovey’s last blog post..Who did I piss off now?
July 31st, 2008 at 6:03 pm
I think reading blogs is totally acceptable for reading more. Just think of it as non-fiction.
BTW – if you won’t go out in a bathing suit, then I have no business doing so, because you are way hotter than I am.
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July 31st, 2008 at 6:26 pm
I love this post.
simply reading it made me feel SOOOO SUCCESSFUL AT MY, err, YOUR goals.
what a fun weekend coming up as well.
I need to get me to manhattan to visit some college friends!
MizFit’s last blog post..I caint lie to you, People.
July 31st, 2008 at 7:41 pm
Isn’t it crazy how hard it is to read a book? I can barely get through the paper, but I do make time to ready my weekly US magazines cover to cover.
have fun this weekend in NYC! and good luck to dadisodes this weekend….
My Asian Heritage’s last blog post..Lit we Like: Teaching your kids Hindi
July 31st, 2008 at 8:19 pm
Sounds like you’re doing not that bad though…I like number 5. Mine would be make more money – WITHOUT DOING ANYTHING (hopefully, while sleeping too). My husband and I sit side by side with our laptops too…if you two are king and queen…can we be duke and duchess or something?
Jojo’s last blog post..I kick the AH out of SAHM…
July 31st, 2008 at 8:41 pm
I hate to admit that I have 7 books started right now. I clearly cannot focus on any one thing. I enjoy reading blogs, tweeting, and plurking more than reading lately.
As for as Babisodes 2.0, you’re doin’ it … what could be more fun?
cajunvegan’s last blog post..What I Am (TT 56)
July 31st, 2008 at 9:11 pm
LOL, good thing to remind ourselves our new year resolutions! I will do it as well soon..
Keep up the good work! Keep trying for the baby ya!! LOL
July 31st, 2008 at 10:39 pm
I love these resolutions!!!! And I love that eating only lettuce for the last week of the month counts! ha! I may be copying some of these for myself next year (minus #12!)
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July 31st, 2008 at 11:46 pm
Sounds to me like you’re doing very well. Keep up the good work!
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August 1st, 2008 at 12:17 am
Wow!! What a great idea to check in on where you are!! I’m impressed. I’m not sure how hard you were trying but you are pretty SPOT ON with many of them. Give yourself a high five!!
Grandy’s last blog post..Getting to know Grandy
August 1st, 2008 at 1:11 am
I had a list, them I realized all that is it`s just another list of disappointments. Nice you have one though!
Elaine B.’s last blog post..Life gives you a head fake
August 1st, 2008 at 6:44 am
Haha! I can’t even remember my New Year’s resolutions
Kung Fu Panda does count! I must say it was one of the best kid movies I have seen in a while. And I am sure you look fine in a bathing suit (did you read my tips a while back??).
August 3rd, 2008 at 2:31 pm
Hope you’re having a lovely weekend and that no rabbi’s are ‘hitting’ on you. I’m back to let you know I tagged you for the NEEDS meme … but only if you’d like to participate. My answers and the directions are at Small Reflections today (Sunday). No pressure ever, but this one’s fun and easy ;–)
Hugs and blessings,
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August 3rd, 2008 at 5:20 pm
You did make progress you know =)
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August 3rd, 2008 at 7:39 pm
Wow, I think you’re doing pretty good…esp for being halfway through!!
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August 4th, 2008 at 7:28 pm
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