To Do Lists and the Steps I'll Take in '09

It's been a while since the New Year. A post is very overdue. I hope everyone that stops by had a great holiday season. I had a fabulous Christmas and New Year with my loved ones, which of course includes family and friends! My husband got me a cruiser bike which I'm in love with and the weather is now perfect for a stroll! If anyone has links to places where I can get an adorable white basket for it, do tell!!! I haven't Googled for one yet.

In a nutshell, I can't believe it's already almost the end of January of 2009! This month just flew by. I'm currently considering starting a new blog in WordPress, inspired by my hubby. I'll be working on that in the coming weeks... I just want to be sure I can maintain my blogs. I haven't been very good about this in the past, I know.

I'm currently reading the January issue of Real Simple. It's all about lists. However, I like the twist on a particular list they did, "the ultimate not-to-do list". Personally, I think I prefer that one instead of the "to-do-list" for 2009 or New Year Resolutions. I decided it be a good idea for I to create my own not-to-do list. I know it's somewhat intimate as it shares some of my fears, doubts and areas where I am insecure, but I do believe it be good to come back here and see my no-to-do goals from time to time. It will be my stepping guide for the months to come.

I will try my best not to do these things in 2009 (in no particular order and I will also borrow some from the original article because some really do apply to my way of being):

1. I will not compare my success to others but be inspired by others.
2. I will not feel incomplete because I don't have a full time job in an office environment but make my home office space a creative and fulfilling space.
3. I will not overcommit but will do those things I find joy and value in.
4. I will try my best to not over worry about things I can't control, but pray about those areas of concern.
5. I will not obsess about the pounds I wish to lose but maintain a healthy gym routine and eating habits.
6. I will not let drama from people I know consume me or my life or my family or be overly concerned with people who refused to stay positive.
7. I will not let friends take advantage of me.
8. I will not let my creativity fade but set up an area where I can remain creative at least once a week with projects that are not work related.
9. I will not obsess on whether I am a good mother or bad mother but do the best I can to provide in the areas my children need me.
10. Last but not least at all, I will not take my husband for granted, but appreciate him in every area where he provides, gives, listens and loves me day in and day out and I will invest in making sure we are always growing in our relationship and shared dreams.

That's it for now, I truly hope this year will be one to remember, one where positive changes are established, one that includes much growth for our small family of 4!