The time of the year, when you say goodbye and welcome at the same time.
2014 has been one hell of a roller coaster ride for me. Relationships were tested. Loved ones were cheated. Some good things also happened. So, if I was to look at the year from a distance, I would say it has been an unforgettable ride. More than any other year, or should I wait before I say more than any other year. As I have no idea what the next year has in store for me.
My personal achievement this year would be opening myself to the idea of getting a pup home, and I did. It's only after Buddy came home, I realized that all along I wasn't really averse to a dog. It was just a silly mind block that I had.
Anyway, on the last day of the year, I want to put everything behind me and move ahead. Although, it's easy to say, but, I will try my best to do it also.
For the last couple of months, lot of thoughts crossed my mind, and I kept making a list of resolutions mentally. Now I will just put all that down. So that I can go over it and remind myself anytime I want.
1. Drink water - This again tops my list like every time. I have no idea, why am I so lazy when it comes to hydrating myself with nature's best drink. My son seems to be like me when it comes to drinking water. I have to keep reminding him to drink water. My husband points out that if I can tell him to, then I can do that too. I certainly see a change in my habit, but that's not enough.
2. Health - I am going to start being a lil more serious about my health. With some of my friends dealing with health crisis at such a young age, it has really scared me. Well I did start by joining a fitness class. I plan to take that more seriously, as I did bunk a few classes.
3. Dentist - I don't go until there's a problem. I should be more regular in my visits.
4. Colours - I want to experiment with colours in my wardrobe. With a dusky skin tone, I have always and always been conscious about the colours that I wear. But, when I see other females, boldly going ahead and trying out all the colours, with the same kinda complexion, then I think, if it suits them, then it will suit me also. But, am still not sure of leafy bright greens and candy colours. I will start with a nice red. And try and include more colours in my wardrobe which otherwise only has blues and whites and blacks.
5. Cut off time with gadgets - Ever since whatsapp was introduced, the addiction to the phone has increased. All that was happening on fb, has now moved to whatsapp, with many groups being formed. There's a constant excitement to exchange pics, forwards, recipes etc... The time that I used to exclusively spend with my son, without phone, was not happening. I realized while cleaning the cupboard in his room, that there were many board games, which we hadn't touched. I felt really guilty. So the time spent has to be gadget free, no matter how interesting the conversation is, I have to control the urge to look at my phone.
6. Focus on academics - With the kind of strict upbringing I had as a child when it came to studies, I had decided that I would never push my child into it and trouble him with questions like 'why have you got less grades or marks'? So, since kindergarten started, I haven't been pushy, I have always appreciated the efforts genuinely. Motivating him every now and then. Next year he will be in grade V, officially starting middle school. And that will be when a lil discipline would be required.
7. Something new - I want to learn something new this year. Maybe join a baking class, music class or something.
8. Journal - I have to write my journal more regularly. I started off on a very high note, but somewhere became lazy.
9. Blog - Same applies for blog. I should update that also regularly. Whenever am doing something or am in some place, I suddenly have so many thoughts crossing my mind, and at that time, I am not able to write it down. It was very silly of me to have not noticed that there is a bloodspot app also. I downloaded that app on my phone. Now this will help me in quickly writing down my thoughts before I forget.
10. Doormat - I am going to be extremely rigid when it comes to people treating me the way they want. I am done with me being treated like a doormat. Caving in or giving in everytime or to everyone is absolutely ridiculous and not worth it. I am going to stand my ground.
11. Tattoo - I have to get one done this year for sure. I have two designs in mind, one was the symbol OM which is actually the meaning of my son's name, and one was shooting stars, which defines me as a person. I think I will just go with the shooting stars,.
12. Hair makeover - I was supposed to do it in 2014 itself, I chickened out. Hopefully, should be brave enough to experiment with my hair in 2015.
13. Driving - I have to take my car out in the city more. I only drive in few areas. I should explore more routes. Considering am a decent driver, I don't know why am I so scared.
14. Baking - All set to bake more next year. Have bought some good baking books. I should really do it more often.
15. Friends - All the friends that I haven't met in the last so many years, inspire of being in the same city. It's time to catch up with them. I will make a sincere effort to do so.
16. Personal grooming - Nothing wrong in pampering yourself with a hair spa, or manicure every month. I will become a regular in that area.
17. Spouse time - In all these years of marriage, especially after the child, we have forgotten our roles as husband and wife. It's time to give that attention to each other as well.
18. De-tox - Not my body. But my mind and soul, by staying away from all these extremely 'sweet' nasty people. They have the ability to demoralize you, put you down, be nasty. They revel in others weaknesses, they bitch about you behind your back, after being as sweet as honey in front of you.
Am better off without such people in my life.
19. Cooking - Will make a genuine effort to start liking cooking. Even if its the mundane task of cutting veggies.
20. Books - There are many books to be read. Will cut down the tv watching or youtube time and sincerely read a book.
My list is ready. Phew! That was long. And am sure I missed out few. Anyhow, this is not a done and deal list, which cannot be modified. As and when I remember something, I will keep adding to it.
Goodbye 2014! Welcome 2015. Am all set for you.
Wishing my friends and well wishers a very happy new year!
2014 has been one hell of a roller coaster ride for me. Relationships were tested. Loved ones were cheated. Some good things also happened. So, if I was to look at the year from a distance, I would say it has been an unforgettable ride. More than any other year, or should I wait before I say more than any other year. As I have no idea what the next year has in store for me.
My personal achievement this year would be opening myself to the idea of getting a pup home, and I did. It's only after Buddy came home, I realized that all along I wasn't really averse to a dog. It was just a silly mind block that I had.
Anyway, on the last day of the year, I want to put everything behind me and move ahead. Although, it's easy to say, but, I will try my best to do it also.
For the last couple of months, lot of thoughts crossed my mind, and I kept making a list of resolutions mentally. Now I will just put all that down. So that I can go over it and remind myself anytime I want.
1. Drink water - This again tops my list like every time. I have no idea, why am I so lazy when it comes to hydrating myself with nature's best drink. My son seems to be like me when it comes to drinking water. I have to keep reminding him to drink water. My husband points out that if I can tell him to, then I can do that too. I certainly see a change in my habit, but that's not enough.
2. Health - I am going to start being a lil more serious about my health. With some of my friends dealing with health crisis at such a young age, it has really scared me. Well I did start by joining a fitness class. I plan to take that more seriously, as I did bunk a few classes.
3. Dentist - I don't go until there's a problem. I should be more regular in my visits.
4. Colours - I want to experiment with colours in my wardrobe. With a dusky skin tone, I have always and always been conscious about the colours that I wear. But, when I see other females, boldly going ahead and trying out all the colours, with the same kinda complexion, then I think, if it suits them, then it will suit me also. But, am still not sure of leafy bright greens and candy colours. I will start with a nice red. And try and include more colours in my wardrobe which otherwise only has blues and whites and blacks.
5. Cut off time with gadgets - Ever since whatsapp was introduced, the addiction to the phone has increased. All that was happening on fb, has now moved to whatsapp, with many groups being formed. There's a constant excitement to exchange pics, forwards, recipes etc... The time that I used to exclusively spend with my son, without phone, was not happening. I realized while cleaning the cupboard in his room, that there were many board games, which we hadn't touched. I felt really guilty. So the time spent has to be gadget free, no matter how interesting the conversation is, I have to control the urge to look at my phone.
6. Focus on academics - With the kind of strict upbringing I had as a child when it came to studies, I had decided that I would never push my child into it and trouble him with questions like 'why have you got less grades or marks'? So, since kindergarten started, I haven't been pushy, I have always appreciated the efforts genuinely. Motivating him every now and then. Next year he will be in grade V, officially starting middle school. And that will be when a lil discipline would be required.
7. Something new - I want to learn something new this year. Maybe join a baking class, music class or something.
8. Journal - I have to write my journal more regularly. I started off on a very high note, but somewhere became lazy.
9. Blog - Same applies for blog. I should update that also regularly. Whenever am doing something or am in some place, I suddenly have so many thoughts crossing my mind, and at that time, I am not able to write it down. It was very silly of me to have not noticed that there is a bloodspot app also. I downloaded that app on my phone. Now this will help me in quickly writing down my thoughts before I forget.
10. Doormat - I am going to be extremely rigid when it comes to people treating me the way they want. I am done with me being treated like a doormat. Caving in or giving in everytime or to everyone is absolutely ridiculous and not worth it. I am going to stand my ground.
11. Tattoo - I have to get one done this year for sure. I have two designs in mind, one was the symbol OM which is actually the meaning of my son's name, and one was shooting stars, which defines me as a person. I think I will just go with the shooting stars,.
12. Hair makeover - I was supposed to do it in 2014 itself, I chickened out. Hopefully, should be brave enough to experiment with my hair in 2015.
13. Driving - I have to take my car out in the city more. I only drive in few areas. I should explore more routes. Considering am a decent driver, I don't know why am I so scared.
14. Baking - All set to bake more next year. Have bought some good baking books. I should really do it more often.
15. Friends - All the friends that I haven't met in the last so many years, inspire of being in the same city. It's time to catch up with them. I will make a sincere effort to do so.
16. Personal grooming - Nothing wrong in pampering yourself with a hair spa, or manicure every month. I will become a regular in that area.
17. Spouse time - In all these years of marriage, especially after the child, we have forgotten our roles as husband and wife. It's time to give that attention to each other as well.
18. De-tox - Not my body. But my mind and soul, by staying away from all these extremely 'sweet' nasty people. They have the ability to demoralize you, put you down, be nasty. They revel in others weaknesses, they bitch about you behind your back, after being as sweet as honey in front of you.
Am better off without such people in my life.
19. Cooking - Will make a genuine effort to start liking cooking. Even if its the mundane task of cutting veggies.
20. Books - There are many books to be read. Will cut down the tv watching or youtube time and sincerely read a book.
My list is ready. Phew! That was long. And am sure I missed out few. Anyhow, this is not a done and deal list, which cannot be modified. As and when I remember something, I will keep adding to it.
Goodbye 2014! Welcome 2015. Am all set for you.
Wishing my friends and well wishers a very happy new year!
Happy to read your resolution list, Happy New Year. Where is the writer part ???
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