Reflections!

A couple of years ago I made the conscious decision there would be no more New Year's resolutions for me. I know that I'm going to break the majority of them before January ends, and I know that before June of the same year all of those resolutions will be out the window.

Instead of resolving to lose weight ...... I make an effort to be content with who I am.

Instead of resolving to save more money ...... I make an effort to spend wisely, deciding to "treat" myself on Fridays with something special - a drink from Starbucks or a sweet tea from Chick-Fil-A or a limeade from Doumar's.

Instead of resolving to get fit ...... I make an effort to be healthy.

On New Year's Day 2009 I decided to pay more attention to me. Throughout my son's life I devoted my entire being to him and his needs ...... neglecting all the "pampering" I allowed myself before he was born. He's grown now - my role in his life has changed from active participant to sideline advisor/cheerleader. Reflecting back on that 2009 decision, I feel I've done well.

I pamper myself monthly through manicures, pedicures, and hair styling.

I pamper myself weekly and monthly through get-togethers with friends - lunches, suppers, coffees - we call these get-togethers "therapy!"

I continue to feel good about myself by always smiling (it really does make people wonder what you've been up to!) ...... wearing my "good" lingerie daily ...... wearing my jewelry daily ...... always dressing to go out in a manner where I won't feel embarrassed if I run into someone I know.

I want to throw massages into the pampering! I have only had one massage in my lifetime - it was wonderful!

I want to continue chipping away at that "project to-do" list. I've made progress, but that darn list keeps getting longer! When I cross an item off, it seems a couple of new items magically appear! What's with that?

I want to continue with my efforts to be healthy ...... spend wisely ...... be content with who I am.

In the New Year may your right hand always be stretched out in friendship, but never in want ~~ Traditional Irish Toast