Two days in to 2013. How’s it going so far? Are you sick of reading people’s year-end recpas and plans for the new year? I’m not! I love reading them. I feel more inspired with each one!
So what’d I do with all that inspiration to start off the new year on the right foot? I slept in, of course! Midnight is way late for this girl to stay up. I needed the extra zzzzzzzz’s. Once I was awake, fed, and watched my programs, I convinced my husband and dog to go for a New Year’s Day walk.
What started out as a walk turned into a hike when we saw a path that we’d never been on before. Less than a mile from our house, and we were surrounded by trees, greenery, mossy grass, and complete quiet. It was one part peaceful and one part creepy. (What can I say? I scare easily!)
Somehow we managed to walk for over an hour but only cover 2.2 miles. But I didn’t really mind. I need the fresh air, the scenery, to move my legs. (Especially after the junk food extravaganza that was New Year’s Eve.)
The rest of the day included some TV-watching, a nap for Stephen, and stir fry for dinner.
Asparagus, snap peas, yellow bell pepper, onion, carrots, broccoli
This was one of my go-to meals during deployment, but I would usually just make it from a bag of frozen veggies. (Easy and cheap!) But I got a little fancy this go around. I cleaned and cut all the veggies and cooked them up in our wok. I ate my half with brown rice while Stephen opted for chicken with his. We finished the night with popsicles and then hit the hay.
Last week I posted about resolutions. I really like making resolutions, but there just isn’t much I want or need to resolve this year. So instead, I’m looking at 2013 with hopes.
- I hope that my husband and I spend more time together than apart. (If we manage that, it’ll be the first time in 3 years.)
- I hope that our PCS to Ft. Bliss in the spring goes smoothly and that we can lay down some roots there, even if it isn’t our forever home.
- I hope that I continue to be active. Specifically, I’m hoping to rock my race in March.
- I hope that I will read some great books this year.
- I hope that I continue to dream big and act on those dreams.
- I hope that I can look back on the year feeling proud and satisfied.
What are you hoping for this year? How’d you spend the first day of the new year?*
I am with you. I love hearing about everyone’s plans and goals. I love it that so many people want to do better this year. It is inspirational. I also love your goals. I hope they all come true for you!
Thanks! I’m feeling really positive about this year. I really have every opportunity to make it a good year; I just need to take advantage of it.*
I love reading goals and resolutions too, especially ones that I can relate to. It motivates me to keep going
I knew I probably wasn’t alone in thinking that. I’m sure some people are rolling their eyes or sick of all the resolutions, but I love ‘em.*
And I hope that you get your wishes! You know I’ll be here for support. Keep up the kick-butt spirit!
Thanks, Janelle! That’s why I like ya!*
Your walking route is AMAZING. I too love reading peoples’ resolutions and updates. Personally, I just was to strive to be better in terms of health, relationships, and my profession. I made some reading resolutions on my blog, but they’re just for fun. I prefer monthly specific goals in my “real’ life. Happy new year!
I know, I hit the jackpot in the walking path department. And to think, I’ve lived here for months and only just discovered it!*
Sounds like a lovely start to the year! I spent mine in pjs being a lazy lump
Being a lazy lump in PJs is one of my most favorite things! A great start to the year if you ask me!*
I’m hoping for more naps. I know that sounds stupid, but I miss having time for naps.
I full support your quest for more naps. I’ve gotten into quite the nap habit lately. It’s gonna hurt when I re-join the work force.*
The gorgeous walking paths are one of the things I miss most about Germany. That and being able to let my dog off-leash. And the food, oh the food.
I see we share in common that the military gods pulled both of us from Germany before we were ready to say good bye. I hope that you are able to squeeze in a few trips between now and your PCS. And that the Army treats you better than the AF did us in getting orders on time.
Thanks for the well wishes! I am defnitely bummed that we won’t be here longer. I’m really just starting to love Germany. And PCSing is so stressful! I guess the bright side is that once we move, we’ll (supposedly) be staying put for a few years.*