New Year

I haven't posted in forever. It was a little difficult going without internet for so long.

And now that it has been so long, I have less to say. But, I figure since I enjoy reading other people's posts so much--I should return to the land of Blog and speak up!

During the break, I spent time with family and friends. I didn't get to see everyone because Utah is incredibly cold and snowy. But I appreciated the moments where I was able to visit with people--and I wish I had more time with everyone.

While I was gone, my roommate met and fell in love with a guy. Crazy! They're getting married. I am so happy for her. I'm really happy for her. And I'm happy about what it says for me. I'm as single as they come--but who knows when something crazy will come along and change everything.

Meanwhile, career stuff is going well. I need to be better at keeping track of everything so that I can utilize these opportunities. I am feeling confident and successful in my field. Life is good, and for the first time in my life, I'm incredibly content with who I am and what I am doing.

But, there are always things to improve--so here are a list of New Years Resolutions!

1) Go to a concert or a play once a month.

This shouldn't be a resolution--but I find that I never make time to go to things anymore. This will change!

2) Read two chapters from the scriptures everyday.

I don't necessarily want to study--I want the consistency. I want to fall into the habit of opening the scriptures everyday for a set amount of time. I don't need to delve, just swim.

3) Get 3 months ahead on bills.

I think if I put away a big chunk of money into savings for a bit--I can do this. I want to pay my bills from my savings. And then use the money that comes in to pay off excess debts. It's a new way of approaching money for me--and it might not work--but I'm sick of living hand to mouth. I would rather live hand to account to mouth. tee hee.

4) Make my bed 3 times a week.

There's something about making my bed that makes me feel a little more in control of things--but I NEVER make my bed, so this will be a start!

5) Call family members more often.

I can't describe how wonderful it was to spend time with family this past month. I truly love them.

6) Go to the temple at least once a month.

I gathered a bunch of family names--and I am going to make a real effort to get to the temple as often as possible.

7) Perform service everyday.

I want to do something for a friend, stranger--whether it's small or big. Doesn't matter--just something--everyday.

8) Get to the gym 4 times a week.

Nuff said.

9) Only eat out 2 times a week.

Saving the money!

10) Get to bed before midnight.

Not tonight--but tomorrow!

Well, this is the start. I think 2009 is going to a wonderful year!

Happy New Year everybody!