New Years Resolutons: 2012

Gemme · 12-22-2011, 07:34 PM

There are hundreds of thousands of ways I would love to improve my life, my self and my world.

Here are a few, in no particular order:

1. This time last year, I was around 135 lbs and working out regularly. I would like to get back down to 145 lbs, at least. In order to do this, I shall eat more colorful foods....less fried, beige food....and drink more water. I shall endeavor to spend at least 3 hours a week in the gym and/or doing commited movement (aka NOT window shopping or dilly dallying around the house).

2. I shall rid myself of the bulk of the clutter that I have close to me now. I made a trip to Goodwill today, but that was a very small load. I would like to pare my clothing down to about half of what I have now. I know that I am a piler and a paper/receipt/thing collector and so, I shall develop a new, faster process of taking in/processing/using/recycling/ridding myself of those things.

3. My artistic side has been sorely neglected this year. I will commit more time to writing, scrapping, penpalling, and general crafting.

4. I will find creative ways to trim the budget. The purse strings will be drawn tighter this year and I need to modify my existing budget.

5. I will do my best to embrace the inevitable changes that will occur and find ways to adapt more easily to them without becoming upset so quickly. Basically, give in to the 'don't sweat the little stuff' movement and learn better coping skills for unforseen issues/problems/challenges that crop up. And breathing. Just breathe.

6. Sweet talk my car more and take better care of her so she won't have many expensive repairs.

7. Dance. I've always wanted to take classes but it just never worked out. It's not going to be in the budget to take classes, but maybe I can check videos out at the library or watch instructional youtube videos to improve that aspect of myself. If I can find a Y or a larger gym that has some dance classes that might be an option too.

~Bo · 12-25-2011, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gemme

There are hundreds of thousands of ways I would love to improve my life, my self and my world.

Here are a few, in no particular order:

1. This time last year, I was around 135 lbs and working out regularly. I would like to get back down to 145 lbs, at least. In order to do this, I shall eat more colorful foods....less fried, beige food....and drink more water. I shall endeavor to spend at least 3 hours a week in the gym and/or doing commited movement (aka NOT window shopping or dilly dallying around the house).

2. I shall rid myself of the bulk of the clutter that I have close to me now. I made a trip to Goodwill today, but that was a very small load. I would like to pare my clothing down to about half of what I have now. I know that I am a piler and a paper/receipt/thing collector and so, I shall develop a new, faster process of taking in/processing/using/recycling/ridding myself of those things.

3. My artistic side has been sorely neglected this year. I will commit more time to writing, scrapping, penpalling, and general crafting.

4. I will find creative ways to trim the budget. The purse strings will be drawn tighter this year and I need to modify my existing budget.

5. I will do my best to embrace the inevitable changes that will occur and find ways to adapt more easily to them without becoming upset so quickly. Basically, give in to the 'don't sweat the little stuff' movement and learn better coping skills for unforseen issues/problems/challenges that crop up. And breathing. Just breathe.

6. Sweet talk my car more and take better care of her so she won't have many expensive repairs.

7. Dance. I've always wanted to take classes but it just never worked out. It's not going to be in the budget to take classes, but maybe I can check videos out at the library or watch instructional youtube videos to improve that aspect of myself. If I can find a Y or a larger gym that has some dance classes that might be an option too.

I'm impressed.

Sachita · 12-25-2011, 03:26 PM

Oh i have huge huge plans for 2012. Maybe i'll look at them as resolutions, why not???

I resolve to so the following in 2012:

Make the biggest, baddest garden I have ever grown and produce at least 75% of my own food.

Begin a organic commercial produce company & donate food to poor people.

Learn how to bake like a pastry chef!

become even stronger, more healthier then I have ever been.

learn how to properly ride a horse.

Get married to someone who shares my vision.

Rockinonahigh · 12-25-2011, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gemme

There are hundreds of thousands of ways I would love to improve my life, my self and my world.

Here are a few, in no particular order:

1. This time last year, I was around 135 lbs and working out regularly. I would like to get back down to 145 lbs, at least. In order to do this, I shall eat more colorful foods....less fried, beige food....and drink more water. I shall endeavor to spend at least 3 hours a week in the gym and/or doing commited movement (aka NOT window shopping or dilly dallying around the house).

2. I shall rid myself of the bulk of the clutter that I have close to me now. I made a trip to Goodwill today, but that was a very small load. I would like to pare my clothing down to about half of what I have now. I know that I am a piler and a paper/receipt/thing collector and so, I shall develop a new, faster process of taking in/processing/using/recycling/ridding myself of those things.

3. My artistic side has been sorely neglected this year. I will commit more time to writing, scrapping, penpalling, and general crafting.

4. I will find creative ways to trim the budget. The purse strings will be drawn tighter this year and I need to modify my existing budget.

5. I will do my best to embrace the inevitable changes that will occur and find ways to adapt more easily to them without becoming upset so quickly. Basically, give in to the 'don't sweat the little stuff' movement and learn better coping skills for unforseen issues/problems/challenges that crop up. And breathing. Just breathe.

6. Sweet talk my car more and take better care of her so she won't have many expensive repairs.

7. Dance. I've always wanted to take classes but it just never worked out. It's not going to be in the budget to take classes, but maybe I can check videos out at the library or watch instructional youtube videos to improve that aspect of myself. If I can find a Y or a larger gym that has some dance classes that might be an option too.

Gemme
If u pm me ur home addy I will be glad to send u a tape I have call country line dancing plus I have a huge pile of exersise vidio tapes if u want them..I doubt seriously im going to use them with my back the way it is.
Rockin

chai~ · 12-28-2011, 05:22 PM

Perhaps these aren't resolutions, more likely a "to do" list!

I tend to make lists, and have some lingering things that keep getting carried over to the next list.

Some things are just common sense, and some are life changing.

Putting them here so I can refer back to them if I must!

In no particular order of priority:

1. Finish crocheting the 2 baby blankets I have started.

2. Stop using plastic bags to carry things bought! I have a ton of reusable bags, BUT forget to take them with me when I shop. So, if I forget my reusable bags, then I either take my purchases without plastic bags, or buy MORE reusable bags to use, because the bags are usually located at the till.
I have got to STOP with the throw away stuff!

3. Make recycling more organized. Tin cans with labels peeled off and rinsed. Larger size bin for paper and plastic.

4. Pare down crafting hobbies. Paper, tu tu's, jewlery, bra art, wire wrapping.

5. Get back into swimming. I used to be a very successful speed swimmer on a very successful team, and holy cow, was I in good shape. I was energetic, physically stong, and mentally disciplined. I was a very focussed.
I have a brand new bathing suit, have my swim pass in my wallet, have the pool schedule on my fridge, need to purchase a swim cap and goggles.

jac · 12-30-2011, 05:32 AM

New Years Resolution 2012

To return to the mind, body, soul mentality I have neglected for far too long...

Mind - continue to further in education and work my brain to its fullest potential
Body - exercise, eat healthy and purify my body of impurities
Soul - find my inner strength and peace through meditation and breathing

girl_dee · 12-30-2011, 02:41 PM

Working on having more productive thoughts and less guilt and stress around things I cannot control
More work for the less fortunate, right now I am committed to the Women's shelter and making things for the kids that go there, like warm blankets for them to take to their (hopefully) new home
More time with certain family members!
Less time with certain family members!
Increase client base at work to increase financial buffer
Eat healthier, I've REALLY gone off the track!

Chancie · 12-30-2011, 02:47 PM

I am going to try a hooping class.

WolfyOne · 12-30-2011, 03:30 PM

I don't make resolutions
In my younger years, I never kept any of them

I will continue to improve on myself
That's all I have for now

Oh and perhaps find some inspiration, so I can write more

12-22-2011, 07:34 PM	#1
Gemme Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Queer Stone Femme Girl of the Unicorn Variety Preferred Pronoun?: She, as in 'She's a GEM' Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The roads are narrow here Posts: 36,631 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 182,498 Thanked 107,973 Times in 25,664 Posts Rep Power: 21474888	Less like resolutions and more like a wish list.... There are hundreds of thousands of ways I would love to improve my life, my self and my world. Here are a few, in no particular order: 1. This time last year, I was around 135 lbs and working out regularly. I would like to get back down to 145 lbs, at least. In order to do this, I shall eat more colorful foods....less fried, beige food....and drink more water. I shall endeavor to spend at least 3 hours a week in the gym and/or doing commited movement (aka NOT window shopping or dilly dallying around the house). 2. I shall rid myself of the bulk of the clutter that I have close to me now. I made a trip to Goodwill today, but that was a very small load. I would like to pare my clothing down to about half of what I have now. I know that I am a piler and a paper/receipt/thing collector and so, I shall develop a new, faster process of taking in/processing/using/recycling/ridding myself of those things. 3. My artistic side has been sorely neglected this year. I will commit more time to writing, scrapping, penpalling, and general crafting. 4. I will find creative ways to trim the budget. The purse strings will be drawn tighter this year and I need to modify my existing budget. 5. I will do my best to embrace the inevitable changes that will occur and find ways to adapt more easily to them without becoming upset so quickly. Basically, give in to the 'don't sweat the little stuff' movement and learn better coping skills for unforseen issues/problems/challenges that crop up. And breathing. Just breathe. 6. Sweet talk my car more and take better care of her so she won't have many expensive repairs. 7. Dance. I've always wanted to take classes but it just never worked out. It's not going to be in the budget to take classes, but maybe I can check videos out at the library or watch instructional youtube videos to improve that aspect of myself. If I can find a Y or a larger gym that has some dance classes that might be an option too. __________________ Gemme's Journal I'm misunderestimated.

12-25-2011, 03:26 PM	#3
Sachita Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Alpha Femme Preferred Pronoun?: Goddess Relationship Status: Completely in love Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Southern Virginia Posts: 3,225 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,564 Thanked 8,994 Times in 2,247 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	Oh i have huge huge plans for 2012. Maybe i'll look at them as resolutions, why not??? I resolve to so the following in 2012: Make the biggest, baddest garden I have ever grown and produce at least 75% of my own food. Begin a organic commercial produce company & donate food to poor people. Learn how to bake like a pastry chef! become even stronger, more healthier then I have ever been. learn how to properly ride a horse. Get married to someone who shares my vision. __________________ You either like me or you don't. It took me Twenty-something years to learn how to love myself, I don't have that kinda time to convince somebody else. ~ Daniel Franzese

12-30-2011, 02:41 PM	#7
girl_dee Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: dee Relationship Status: Hitched up Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Livin’ the Dream Posts: 24,079 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 30,560 Thanked 54,833 Times in 13,908 Posts Rep Power: 21474873	Working on having more productive thoughts and less guilt and stress around things I cannot control More work for the less fortunate, right now I am committed to the Women's shelter and making things for the kids that go there, like warm blankets for them to take to their (hopefully) new home More time with certain family members! Less time with certain family members! Increase client base at work to increase financial buffer Eat healthier, I've REALLY gone off the track!

12-30-2011, 03:30 PM	#9
WolfyOne Magically Delicious How Do You Identify?: Gentle Butch Relationship Status: Single and content Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Minnesota Posts: 6,558 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 22,052 Thanked 15,397 Times in 4,140 Posts Rep Power: 21474858	I don't make resolutions In my younger years, I never kept any of them I will continue to improve on myself That's all I have for now Oh and perhaps find some inspiration, so I can write more __________________ Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength; loving someone deeply gives you courage --- Lao Tzo

12-28-2011, 05:22 PM	#5
chai~ Member How Do You Identify?: Self possessed Aquarian Preferred Pronoun?: Don't call me baby~ Relationship Status: Deliciously single and loving it. Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: lotus land Posts: 1,173 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,937 Thanked 3,382 Times in 864 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	Perhaps these aren't resolutions, more likely a "to do" list! I tend to make lists, and have some lingering things that keep getting carried over to the next list. Some things are just common sense, and some are life changing. Putting them here so I can refer back to them if I must! In no particular order of priority: 1. Finish crocheting the 2 baby blankets I have started. 2. Stop using plastic bags to carry things bought! I have a ton of reusable bags, BUT forget to take them with me when I shop. So, if I forget my reusable bags, then I either take my purchases without plastic bags, or buy MORE reusable bags to use, because the bags are usually located at the till. I have got to STOP with the throw away stuff! 3. Make recycling more organized. Tin cans with labels peeled off and rinsed. Larger size bin for paper and plastic. 4. Pare down crafting hobbies. Paper, tu tu's, jewlery, bra art, wire wrapping. 5. Get back into swimming. I used to be a very successful speed swimmer on a very successful team, and holy cow, was I in good shape. I was energetic, physically stong, and mentally disciplined. I was a very focussed. I have a brand new bathing suit, have my swim pass in my wallet, have the pool schedule on my fridge, need to purchase a swim cap and goggles.

12-30-2011, 05:32 AM	#6
jac Timed Out - Permanent How Do You Identify?: butch stone Preferred Pronoun?: masculine ones work best... Relationship Status: ♥ engaged to spritz ♥ Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: bangor, maine Posts: 3,344 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 20,720 Thanked 16,492 Times in 2,972 Posts Rep Power: 0	New Years Resolution 2012 To return to the mind, body, soul mentality I have neglected for far too long... Mind - continue to further in education and work my brain to its fullest potential Body - exercise, eat healthy and purify my body of impurities Soul - find my inner strength and peace through meditation and breathing

12-30-2011, 02:47 PM	#8
Chancie Senior Member How Do You Identify?: queer femme-inist Relationship Status: I'm lucky. Join Date: May 2010 Location: Western Mass Posts: 3,774 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 9,518 Thanked 14,542 Times in 2,744 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	I am going to try a hooping class.