Happy New Year everyone! I’ve been seeing several bloggers talk about their new year’s resolutions, and decided that it would be a good idea if I had some too. But FIRST….let’s roll back a year and see how I did on last year’s resolutions!
Last year, I wanted to:
1. Keep my (clothes) closet clean and organized.
The problem was my undershirts. They were always stuffed somewhere because I couldn’t ever find the color I was looking for! I purchased one of these over the door organizers for like $8 to put my undershirts in. I folded the undershirts in half and rolled them up and kept them color coordinated. (I also stuffed swimming suits, belts, and headbands in extra pockets.) I hung this on our bedroom door until we moved a few weeks ago (the hanging things would ruin our doors in the new apartment). I now have the undershirts rolled up in dollar store baskets on a shelf. Works fabulously!
2. Craft at least a couple hours a week to stay sane.
As I was evaluating, I wondered if I had really done this. I’m sure I missed a week or two due to moves, big papers, or lack of inspiration, but I sure did pretty well. Some of my favorite projects from this year include:
I look forward to another year of crafting (but we all know by now it will mostly be of sewing!)
3. Say, “No,” more often to things that aren’t important.
I am doing lots better! A few years ago, I said yes to everything asked of me even if it wasn’t important! This year, I said no to orchestra performances, church meetings, a few job offers, and pampered chef or card-making parties, just to name a few. Every time I was asked to do something that wasn’t top priority and said “No,” it got easier to say “No,” the next time.
And now, we have a brand new year to make NEW resolutions. Hooray for more changes! Here’s 2011’s three resolutions for me:
1. Continue FLYING and refuse to let my perfectionism stop me from trying something new or start a task.
2. Read the Ensign magazine for 7 minutes each week.
3. Do my best in student teaching this semester and GRADUATE from college in May!
What are you working on this year?
~Lynette~
