New Years Resolutions...

CheleLyn · Senior Member

New Years Resolutions...

Cuppycake · Guru

Lose weight.

Big shocker, super original, lol.

I actually usually don't make resolutions, but I'm at an all time high, my 10 year hs reunion is coming up, I'm in my niece's wedding, and it definately wouldnt hurt my chances of finally getting pregnant.

So, this year, I'm going to get real about it.

I just really like to eat, and hate to exercise, so that's a crappy combination, lol.

CheleLyn · Senior Member

if you cant invest as much time into me as your friend as i do you, then i can no longer continue to invest in you....it's wearing me down
i WILL lose this 30 extra pounds...15 of which came on THIS year
really need to get a handle on my cussing
PATIENCE PAtIENCE PATIENCE
go back to school and/or get a job
get my house back to the standard it should be
less yelling
cooking GOOD meals again

there are more i've been thinking about. I've honestly gotten so lazy since I quit school, I really just need to grt my ass back in gear (yes i said ass, which is cussing bc im going to get it all out of my system in the next few days biggrin )

supergrover · Guru

I've stopped making resolutions for the most part, but this year we WILL be debt free outside of student loan debt for the first time ever. My commitment is to make sure that actually happens, then to stay debt free outside of the stupid student loans and an eventual mortgage :) :)

CheleLyn · Senior Member

Cuppycake wrote:

Lose weight.

Big shocker, super original, lol.

I actually usually don't make resolutions, but I'm at an all time high, my 10 year hs reunion is coming up, I'm in my niece's wedding, and it definately wouldnt hurt my chances of finally getting pregnant.

So, this year, I'm going to get real about it.

I just really like to eat, and hate to exercise, so that's a crappy combination, lol.

this me too...all time high and my 20YEAR is in june....YIKES! I refuse to go back fat!

apies · Guru

lose weight is always on my list.

i'd like to lose about 15-20 pounds - i gained all of that back from last year's weight loss. i'm still down about 20 from xmas '07, but i'm SO uncomfortable in my body right now and i hate it when i feel like this.

i don't think i eat TERRIBLY, but i'm not as good as i could be. plus, the gym fell off my schedule and i need to get back. i'd like to commit to 5 days of exercise per week, split between my treadmill and the gym.

Sonya · Guru

well, i really have gained weight and need to get that under control.

i need to stop yelling at my kids.

daisy · Guru

i wanted to start this thread too.
my biggest this year is COOKING. that is my resolution every single year, but this time i mean it. i'm going to venture past my - oh - 5 dishes.

another is to eat healthier all around. i'm not terrible, but i need to work on the cookie situation.

another is PATIENCE.
and another is to deal with my basement.
and to continue my greener/healthier-living kick, bc i'm REALLY feeling wonderful about that whole thing.

LDSMOM · Senior Member

I'm going all out this year and I'm giving up sugar. I'm going to start with one month and see how I do. If I can do it, I'll work on doing it for another month. Going month by month is going to be all I can handle. Cutting out sugar completely is going to be nearly impossible for me unless I break my goal down. Cutting back doesn't help me at all. Going cold turkey is going to be the only way I'm ever going to get it done. I'm going to need tons of encouragement to keep it up so feel free to help.

Juni · Guru

Go on dates with Doug at least once a month - minus the kiddos.

Spend more one on one time with the boys - I want to do mommy/son dates.

Lose weight, as always - I wanna look supa hot when I turn 30 in October.

Meal planning.

Better cleaning schedule.

Joyce · Senior Member

I turn 30 on Jan 2 so this has to be a life changing year for me!

1. Get back on the weight loss track. I have not lost weight in at least a year & a half and I am 10lbs over my lowest weight.

2. Do something about constantly being angry and unhappy. Most days I fell like I am not actually living my life. It seems that it is just happening and I am not an active participant.

3. Relocate out of NYC. Most likely try to relocate to Florida. If not, somewhere upstate NY.

4. Cook for my family.

5. Stop picking at my husband for everything! He really is a good guy!

Supafly · Guru

I am not big on resolutions, but I do have some goals I hope to meet.

1. Save money. I really need to get serious about my spending (much of which is emotional spending because my health gets me down and such-I need a healthier outlet) and figure out where we can make some good cuts. We have GOT to get out of this house-I am absolutely miserable living here. ETA-my first step here is to really start using Quicken for all things financial-we keep meaning to, and then get lazy. I think it will really help me, and it will involve Bill again, which is a good thing.

2. Figure wtf is wrong with my cycles and try to get it under control. I am seriously like Jekyll and Hyde every month and I HATE it. I want to be ME all of the time and be able to control my emotions. IHNI how I am going to achieve this goal, but my first step is to pick up the phone and call a new OB/GYN office and just make an appt.

3. Get my UC into remission and try to figure out a way to keep myself there for the long haul. This is somewhat out of my control, so IHNI if I will be able to do it, but I keep searching for some solutions that will work for me. IHNI what steps to take on this one right now-but for starters, I am going to get to bed earlier and ACTUALLY start doing yoga like I always talk about-I think those things will help me with stress so much too, and that is my #1 killer with the UC.

4. Of course, lose weight. That is a constant goal. But it is really more about healthier living and eating, and hopefully the weight will follow. First step here-get back on track with my food log, and walking at least 4 days a week-even if it is only 10-20 minutes. That is how I will get to being able to do more, and my body just can not handle the shock of little to no exercise to jumping back in full swing-that is flare city for me. So take it slow, but be more conscience of what I am doing.

If I can get those things in line, I will be blissful. I am not sure all of those are reasonable goals to have, given my current status, but here's to hoping!! 2009 was a decent year for us, but I want 2010 to be our best yet.

OH-I forgot one!!

5. Get pregnant before 2010 is over. Fingers crossed on that one!!

-- Edited by Supafly on Monday 28th of December 2009 07:14:42 PM

CheleLyn · Senior Member

Supafly wrote:

I am not big on resolutions, but I do have some goals I hope to meet.

1. Save money. I really need to get serious about my spending (much of which is emotional spending because my health gets me down and such-I need a healthier outlet) and figure out where we can make some good cuts. We have GOT to get out of this house-I am absolutely miserable living here. ETA-my first step here is to really start using Quicken for all things financial-we keep meaning to, and then get lazy. I think it will really help me, and it will involve Bill again, which is a good thing.

2. Figure wtf is wrong with my cycles and try to get it under control. I am seriously like Jekyll and Hyde every month and I HATE it. I want to be ME all of the time and be able to control my emotions. IHNI how I am going to achieve this goal, but my first step is to pick up the phone and call a new OB/GYN office and just make an appt.

3. Get my UC into remission and try to figure out a way to keep myself there for the long haul. This is somewhat out of my control, so IHNI if I will be able to do it, but I keep searching for some solutions that will work for me. IHNI what steps to take on this one right now-but for starters, I am going to get to bed earlier and ACTUALLY start doing yoga like I always talk about-I think those things will help me with stress so much too, and that is my #1 killer with the UC.

4. Of course, lose weight. That is a constant goal. But it is really more about healthier living and eating, and hopefully the weight will follow. First step here-get back on track with my food log, and walking at least 4 days a week-even if it is only 10-20 minutes. That is how I will get to being able to do more, and my body just can not handle the shock of little to no exercise to jumping back in full swing-that is flare city for me. So take it slow, but be more conscience of what I am doing.

If I can get those things in line, I will be blissful. I am not sure all of those are reasonable goals to have, given my current status, but here's to hoping!! 2009 was a decent year for us, but I want 2010 to be our best yet.

OH-I forgot one!!

5. Get pregnant before 2010 is over. Fingers crossed on that one!!

-- Edited by Supafly on Monday 28th of December 2009 07:14:42 PM

you make stunning children...here's hoping to another beauty in the coming year smile

3s_a_crowd · Guru

I really want to do several things this year.

First is I really want to run a half marathon this year. I have found Team Challenge which runs for UC and Chrohns and want to do the LV marathon in December with them.

Two I want to eat healthier. Not so processed. More veggies but not overboard since we arent very healthy eaters Id like it to be gradual.

Three Id like to get my UC under control like Supa. Ive had a flare for the past 5-6 months and its only getting worse. I hope my new doctor can help me out.

Id like to gain 10 pounds. Im finally under 100 and dont like that. So that is a goal of mine.

and be more involved with my kids instead of trying to get them to play alone while I clean. This is Ks last year at home and Id really like to spend more time with her.

CoffeeQueen · Guru

1. Relax and realize most shit is small stuff
2. Lose weight and start to work out
3. 2010 is going to be about me getting me back - new clothes, weight loss, feeling
better.
4. Declutter my house and make all the repairs and updates that I have ignored for the last 4 years.

Dddiii · Guru

Just to be happier in 2010. Whatever it takes. I don't want to say "lose weight" because I really want to but if I don't, then I probably won't be happy and will feel like a failure. I want to say "spend more quality time with Meghan (and baby) and learn to enjoy playing with her again", but same goes...

I think I would like this year to be the year of no expectations. To just live every day for that day. I know that probably sounds cheezy and "out there" but I am just so sick of waking up everyday and setting up expectations for myself that I never meet. By 10am, I have given up and am in a pissed off or depressed mood because I'm not good enough to please myself.

So yes, whatever it takes for me to be happier and less angry. Even if I have to gain 20lbs. Or live in a messy house. Or forgive myself and laugh it off if I say the stupidest most embarrassing thing at a playgroup. I am sick of seeing myself in the background of pictures with a scowl or a frown on my face when I thought I was hiding my feelings pretty darn well (and knowing that's the way everyone really sees me... especially my family).

Alyssa · Guru

I'm not big on resolutions but a few things I'm hoping to accomplish this year...

Take my vitamins! I'm so bad at remembering. And along with that eat healthier. My snacking was out of control but I've really watched in the last few weeks and I feel much better overall. My goal isn't to lose weight or anything but to lower my cholesterol and be healthy.

Buy a house. This is a big one. We are so close. If everything goes as planned, we'll move before our lease is up in June.

Focus on the living life--stop obsessing about making 15 dozen cookies or elaborate dinners and just have fun with my family. I'm getting better but need to work on that more.

Supafly · Guru

CheleLyn wrote:

Supafly wrote:

I am not big on resolutions, but I do have some goals I hope to meet.

1. Save money. I really need to get serious about my spending (much of which is emotional spending because my health gets me down and such-I need a healthier outlet) and figure out where we can make some good cuts. We have GOT to get out of this house-I am absolutely miserable living here. ETA-my first step here is to really start using Quicken for all things financial-we keep meaning to, and then get lazy. I think it will really help me, and it will involve Bill again, which is a good thing.

2. Figure wtf is wrong with my cycles and try to get it under control. I am seriously like Jekyll and Hyde every month and I HATE it. I want to be ME all of the time and be able to control my emotions. IHNI how I am going to achieve this goal, but my first step is to pick up the phone and call a new OB/GYN office and just make an appt.

3. Get my UC into remission and try to figure out a way to keep myself there for the long haul. This is somewhat out of my control, so IHNI if I will be able to do it, but I keep searching for some solutions that will work for me. IHNI what steps to take on this one right now-but for starters, I am going to get to bed earlier and ACTUALLY start doing yoga like I always talk about-I think those things will help me with stress so much too, and that is my #1 killer with the UC.

4. Of course, lose weight. That is a constant goal. But it is really more about healthier living and eating, and hopefully the weight will follow. First step here-get back on track with my food log, and walking at least 4 days a week-even if it is only 10-20 minutes. That is how I will get to being able to do more, and my body just can not handle the shock of little to no exercise to jumping back in full swing-that is flare city for me. So take it slow, but be more conscience of what I am doing.

If I can get those things in line, I will be blissful. I am not sure all of those are reasonable goals to have, given my current status, but here's to hoping!! 2009 was a decent year for us, but I want 2010 to be our best yet.

OH-I forgot one!!

5. Get pregnant before 2010 is over. Fingers crossed on that one!!

-- Edited by Supafly on Monday 28th of December 2009 07:14:42 PM

you make stunning children...here's hoping to another beauty in the coming year

Thanks Chele! I hope so-now to convince Bill on the timing and hope my body cooperates...

kris · Guru

I don't so much do resolutions but have been giving life lots of thought as I approach 40 next year. Here are some of the things I've decided I want to change.

I have decided that I want to start running.
Ack I cannot even believe I put that in writing.
Now I will have to be held accountable!
My problem is I don't know "how" to run if that makes sense.
A co-worker told me about The Couch to 5K Running Plan.
http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml
So I'm going to try to go this route.

I want our family as a whole to eat healthier. We try - I toss out tons of fresh fruits and veggies at meals but still make the once a week McDonald's run + a once a week Taco Bell run. I drink a coke a day. Zero water.

I too want more patience and to stop yelling so much.

Supafly · Guru

Dddiii wrote:

Just to be happier in 2010. Whatever it takes. I don't want to say "lose weight" because I really want to but if I don't, then I probably won't be happy and will feel like a failure. I want to say "spend more quality time with Meghan (and baby) and learn to enjoy playing with her again", but same goes...

I think I would like this year to be the year of no expectations. To just live every day for that day. I know that probably sounds cheezy and "out there" but I am just so sick of waking up everyday and setting up expectations for myself that I never meet. By 10am, I have given up and am in a pissed off or depressed mood because I'm not good enough to please myself.

So yes, whatever it takes for me to be happier and less angry. Even if I have to gain 20lbs. Or live in a messy house. Or forgive myself and laugh it off if I say the stupidest most embarrassing thing at a playgroup. I am sick of seeing myself in the background of pictures with a scowl or a frown on my face when I thought I was hiding my feelings pretty darn well (and knowing that's the way everyone really sees me... especially my family).

Di, I COMPLETELY relate to what you are saying here, and I don't think it is cheesy or out there. I think it is an awesome goal to just let go and start enjoying life. I am the same way-I put these expectations on myself, and I just can NOT live up to them. Not ever. So why do I keep making myself try to live up to the unreaonable expectations? No one else has them of me! And it doesn't make sense to go through life constantly upset at yourself and thus taking it out on those you love...yet I do it far too often.

I'll be right here with you-trying to learn to just be happy and love the life I'm in, because this is my only shot and I don't want to waste it.