Resolutions 2009

I am not really one for resolutions so I don't know that these are really resolutions. They are more goals although they aren't really measurable. I am just going to do everything with in my power to make 2009 great. So here you go:

1. I am going to take better care of myself. This included mentally, emotionally, and physically. That means eating better and exercising more. That means not getting into relationships that are bad for me both with guys and with friends. That means focusing on the positive and not letting myself get lost in my loneliness.

2. I am going to be fiscally more responsible. It took me a while to get used to have a single source of income again. In my mind I was still as comfortable financially as I was when I was married so I spent more than I should have. I am going to stick to a tighter budget this year and I am even looking into taking on a secondary tax prep job during tax season.

I think these are fairly reasonable goals to accomplish. I am not sure how I will be able to judge my progress but I will know. I am entering this year without the same issues and entanglements I had at the beginning of 2008. As selfish as it sounds, its all about me now. I can't wait to see what 2009 has in store.

Comments

Gina said…
Those are great goals that I know you can do! As a matter of fact, they are pretty good goals for me too (other than the dating thing!), I might steal them from you!
January 1, 2009 at 5:43 PM
bernthis said…
You're being smart. It took a couple of years after my ex left for me to really, really realize that I live in a ONE income household. It was tough at first but I'm so much happier whenever I go and look at my bank account.
January 3, 2009 at 5:10 PM
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