Changes for 2007

So here it is 2007 and my first posting of the year. My, my how time flies. I certainly wasn't jet-setting around the world or anything...it was just a hiatus. Oh and just because I've been on a writing hiatus - does not mean I've been out of touch with your blogs. Congrats to MapleMama and Contessa on their weight losses!! Kudos Ladies!!

I made a list of Things to do in 2007. Let me be clear they are not New Year's Resolutions. They appear that way, but once the word resolution comes out - it's over. Why? Because I fall into the majority of people who ditch the resolutions after a week.

So what's on the list...well here are a few.

1. I feel obligated to put on the top of my list...be a better blogger.
By that, I mean I will try to post at least once a month (and since this is February, I'll try for twice this month.) I will learn how to make my blog a user-friendly space with links. So more bells and whistles as well as links to all the great blogs I like to read.

2. Lose weight...really no explanation is needed, but I've set my sights on 10 pounds.
It's a small amount, but yet if I lose 10 - then I can lose another 10. I have an asterisk next to this item onmy list, because it will be an ongoing thing. I've done it in the past and I can do it again. Recently, I went to the Dr. and was told I was 3 pounds lighter than last year. This is good. However, I thought I was 3 pounds heavier - so does this mean I can count it as 6 pounds?! LOL!! I have made slight changes in my diet to date and have increased the amount of water intake. Small steps...and speaking of steps...

2a. Exercise.
When the temperature hasn't been below zero (with or without wind chill), I try to take a walk during one of my breaks at work. It's only around the block twice - but it's twice more than I did before. There have been as many as four of us at one time, and the fresh air is good to clear our heads as we get into the homestretch of the workday.

3. Save money.
Again, I've set my sights on a small amount, but with another asterisk. If I meet my asterisk goal - I can shoot for another. I haven't started this one yet. The experts always tell you to pay yourself first...not always as easy as it sounds. Although I do admit to having a recent spurt of retail therapy, but everything was on sale. (yes, really!)

3a. Build my wardrobe.
I bought 3 pairs of shoes and actually threw away 3 pairs of shoes. I bought 3 new tops, after I had cleaned out my closet and donated 2 bags of clothes.

4. De-clutter my abode.
I started off with a bang at the beginning of January and as previously mentioned cleaned out my master closet. I have plenty of empty hangers and while I don't intend to refill them all, I do intend to use some of them. However, every room in my home needs some sort of de-cluttering work. I tend to start on one pile in one room and next thing I know...there are bright shiny objects distracting me and the piles have multiplied. I have paperwork to sort and, of course, receipts to go thru for tax purposes. I have various items for a yard sale which I can't do in this climate in February. I have just regular old stuff to toss - but I have to go thru some of the piles in order to get a toss pile. Oh and while I only have to support myself, I work a full time job, and 2 part time jobs. This leads me to...

5. Enjoy more of life...it's too short not to...
Simple enough to write, but have work to accomplish. Enjoy friends and time with them. Take time to read, laugh, have fun and sleep. I've decided to try one new recipe a month. It might have only 3 ingredients, but that counts. I'm not going to be on Iron Chef America anytime soon, so it doesn't have to be fancy.


So until the next posting this month - enjoy my Random Thoughts...and feel free to share your own "Things to do in 2007".