Welcome to 2011!

Wow. Another year down. I feel like as I get older time keeps going faster and faster. Today I realized that on my birthday this year, I'll be the same age my mom was when she gave birth to me. *Gasp*

2010 was a busy year for us as I'm sure it was for most people. We are finally starting to feel settled in our new house and improvement projects fill almost every weekend. Along with every other person on the planet, I set new goals for myself that will hopefully make 2011 the best year yet! I know Ricky has his own personal list of planned accomplishments but he's not sharing them with me:)

Lauren's Goals 2011

1. READ MORE. I love reading but I only read two or three novels last year. I am truly going to work hard to revive reading this year with more personal study and more secular reading. I recently completed "The Help" which was an amazing book. I'm currently working on "Eat, Pray Love" and will definitely be posting my review of that book when I complete it. It's....interesting.

2. Be more spiritually aware which involves daily Bible reading and prayer. Last year I felt like I only prayed before I ate and that's just not enough!

3. Be less stressed. I know, easier said than done. I'm just a person who needs to know what's going on at all times and that can leave you feeling a little flustered. I'm trying to be less concerned about housework not getting done, less bothered by patients who ignore my dental advice and more concerned about ME and my contentment.

4. Wardrobe update. Probably the most exciting goal. As a creep toward 30, it's time to toss some clothes that I've been hanging on to since I was in high school and add more sophisticated pieces that reflect my current style. I'm also thinking "outside of the box" and trying to buy things I wouldn't normally pick out. Everyone tells me, "Oh, you're soooo skinny! You can wear anything!" But you know what? I DON'T! I wear the same things all the time. That's about to change. (Note these cute booties I just bought!)




5. New fitness hobbies. I love working out but I need some variation in my workout routine. I have tried running and I just hate it. I love my cycling classes at the gym so I am planning on taking up cycling! I've been shopping for a bike so hopefully I'll be a full on cyclist by spring.

6. Travelling. We are getting this year filled with new trips. My goal is to visit at least three places I've never been before. We're already planning on going to Boston and Las Vegas. I am also working on a trip to a resort in Costa Rica. I'm taking suggestions for any other vacation ideas!