YOLO 2015

You Only Live Once. The older I get the more that this phrase rings true as I navigate through a new year. Although it's cliche, I like to make resolutions as it inspires me to take the time to actually think about how I would like to improve who I am. I made three resolutions in 2014, 2 of which I was able to sustain throughout the year. I believe that quitting Facebook both helped and hindered me. I spent less time involving myself in the lives of acquaintances, many of whom only post an update when some sort of drama or negative experience has happened to them. That will just bring you down. I also spent less time following the lives of people whom I knew in high school but do not know now and that in turn gave me more time to spend with the people who surround me and improve those relationships. The second was to read 1 book per month. I rediscovered my love of reading and felt like I re-entered the land of the living since becoming a full time mom. Books have brought me lots of joy in 2014.

In 2015, I would like to continue my personal growth. This year I want to focus on my health and wellness. I want to cook more and eat out less. I want to get back in the gym on a regular schedule. I want to stretch everyday and drink more water. My ultimate resolution is to run a 5K in October at the Duke City Marathon. And now facing a long MCL recovery, achieving this goal will be that much sweeter.

My second resolution is to call my mom every Sunday morning. As a little girl, I always remember the phone ringing in our house on Sunday and listening to my mom talk to her mom for about 30 minutes. Since I moved out on my own 14 years ago we have never had a set day / time that we catch up, and many times we have gone far too long without talking. It is easy to get caught up in the craziness that is life, but I am aware that everyday we live we are one day closer to it being our last. And I want to invest at least 30 minutes a week to my mom and getting to know her even better.

My last resolution is to read at least 13 books this year. I currently have 5 books on my nightstand ready for action!

Though they may seem small, these resolutions mean big things for me. You only live once. Say yes to things more than you say no. The opportunity may not present itself again. Don't worry, be happy. For happy girls are the prettiest and bookworms have more fun!