New Year... New Post!

As the title of this post states, with the new year, I am determined to better keep the blog.  I don't know if there are many people that read it, but if nothing else, I can use it for a journal of sorts. 

For my New Year Resolutions I really had to ponder on the things I most wanted to accomplish.  Not just the usual, loose weight, get healthy, get out of debt... but really think of things that were meaningful and that were realistic for me to accomplish.  So here are my new year resolutions!  Tell me what you think! :)

1.  Attend the temple at least twice a month.  I live an hour and 40 minutes from the temple and I don't think this is unreasonable.  As a newly called RS 2nd counselor and as a mom to three wonderful boys, it's important to set a good example.  Our RS Presidency has made a goal to attend once a month and I would also like to attend once a month with Joe.  So twice a month is what I am striving for. 

2.  Stay under budget each month.  This is something I have tried many times and by the third month I can usually find a reason to fudge a little on the budget.  But this year I want almost more than anything to stay under budget. 

3.  Study the weekly lessons for Gospel Doctrine and Relief Society.  I have never been very good at making sure I read the lesson each week for GD but I am usually pretty good about RS.  So I want to step it up a little and make sure I'm doing it for both.

4.  Find a cleaning routine that works and stick to it.  Anyone who really knows me, knows I'm not the most proficient at housekeeping.  But I want to be better!  So I am going to figure out a system and follow through with keeping it.

5.  Spend less time wasting time.  Whether it be facebook time or TV time, I want to use my time more wisely. 

6.  Read two new books every month outside of scripture study.  I want to read or listen to two books each month that I think will uplift me and give some stimulation to my mind. 

These are my "BIG" goals for the year.  If anyone has suggestions or comments, please feel free to share.  I am always open to advice.  I may not take it and use it right away, but I always ponder on what others experiences have to offer. 

Happy New Year!!