Last year I told myself I would try do a few things in 2011 such as take more risks, write more, read more for pleasure, and to grow as a person. The first two I did successfully I like to think. The third was difficult as I was in school doing an English degree and had to read 19 books in one semester. The third thing is pretty pathetic though when I think about it; not that growing as a person is not a good thing - it is - but because that was a wimpy resolution. There is no chance to be disappointed with this challenge. I knew that I'd grow as a person, I knew that I would discover different things about myself, and I knew that I would change in some way. It's inevitable.
2012 will be different though. I have four goals that I think, hope, and pray are possible!
1. I want to read at least two books a month which, at this rate, should not be difficult.
2. I want to start cooking and baking more, rather than making the classic Becca meals: pasta, toast, sandwiches, and smoothies. Tonight I started this challenge and bought for specific recipes in the upcoming week's meals. Tonight I made Ginger Lemon Chicken Stir Fry. It was delicious, if I do say so myself.
3. I want to "do mornings right". I want to change my morning routine. I want it to consist of three things: Jesus-time, a good breakfast (not peanut butter on toast every single morning), and no messy buns (except maybe on Saturdays). This all means I need to Get. Up. Earlier. Which in turn means DISCIPLINE.
And the most important:
4. I want to think and do things more prayerfully. This is a biggie for me. As someone who loves God with every part of me, I want to make sure that he is a part of every part of my day. Not just before bed when I do my devotions. Not just when I think to pray. I want my days to be full of HIM!
What are your goals for the upcoming year? Are they doable? Are they meaningful? I hope they are both of these and best of luck to you on them.
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