Checking in on the check list

“If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten.” –Tony Robbins

So back in January I wrote out a list of things I wanted to get better at this year. It is always good to check in and see how you are doing on those goals and re-evaluate make sure you stay on track. So here it goes…

1. I am going to lose 15 more pounds…

Well, I went sideways on this one – I gained back 10 pounds and now have 21 pounds to lose total now. I know the math seems funny, but I lost a total of 22 pounds and I was hoping to hit a goal weight that I have in my head. I am now 21 pounds from that goal weight. One day right, maybe. Sometimes I think I just am not supposed to be thin. I am a stress eater, who loves comfort food and trying to fit in as much exercise as I need is a little crazy. I am training for a half marathon that is in October so at least that keeps me moving.

2. I need to manage myself better…

I said I would try to make at least 30 minutes of me time a day – I am have gotten better about this. I used to spend weekends focused on laundry and grocery shopping; I no longer make that the focus of my weekend and try to spread out laundry during the week a bit more and make quick trips to the grocery store. I definitely take more time than I ever have in the past to do things I would like to do.

3. Mommy & me time….

This one has still been a tough one – making time for each child each week. There is time at bed time for sure, which is good. I do make a good effort to connect with each child each day to talk about what is going on with them. I still need to do better on this one, but it is a focus.

4. Oooo la la…

This one was time out with my husband – at least once a month. Doing pretty well on this one – we have gone out more often than we have in the past, but we also enjoy hanging with our kids – we are a little crazy that way.

5. Monthly lessons…

I was supposed to write down my lessons each month – I lumped the whole summer together – that counts, right?!

6. RAKs…

Random Acts of Kindness – I am definitely better at this, but need to keep it up. We need more good in the world. I mean how can I combat Miley Cyrus antics and demonstrate to my children there are better ways to have people talking about you than your twerking moves in a nude-kini.

7. More home cooked meals…

I have definitely made more meals and tried more recipes. We still eat out more than we should, but I am making strides on this one. I have found pancakes I love and bacon wrapped chicken is easy and delicious.

8. Pray out loud…

We say grace at dinner almost every night – we talk more about talking with God and praying. This one still needs more work.

9. Get ready, get set…

This was an effort to make myself look more presentable. I am far from a fashionista, but I am not in sweatpants and work out gear as often as I used to be. I know, I was really hoping to make it on What not to Wear before it went off the air; since that didn’t happen I had to at least better my wardrobe so it was at least presentable. It is hard when you are losing and gaining weight. Doing the best I can with what I have on this one. I did do something a tad crazy and decided to become a brunette after being a blonde my whole life. Not a fan favorite from the feedback, but I like it. I like that it is against the trend a bit and it fits my personality a bit better; I think.

10. Make better mistakes tomorrow…

This is an epic fail – if anything this has gotten worse not better. I was supposed to work on letting myself off the hook. Not happening. Maybe one day.

I often think of others that inspire me to be the best version of myself. Christopher Reeve said, “Once you choose hope, anything’s possible.” I believe, that is all. I just believe and have hope. So if I just keep these things in mind I can stay on a steady path to improvement.

– A true day dream believer and check list maker and re-checker and professional word maker-upper

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