It is hard to believe that my boy is three years old today. It doesn't seem like it could possibly have been three years ago, when he was born. He has grown into such an incredible little boy. He has such an awesome personality! I love talking to him because he is always surprising me with what he says and what he is thinking about. Last night, we went to a "pajama party" at the zoo, and I was proud that he was the only one of the kids that knew what the African Hunting Dogs were.
We have been blessed to have such an amazing little guy come into our lives, and I can't wait to see what the next years have in store for us.
Sunday, January 5, 2014
Friday, January 3, 2014
When to write
The other big concern, after what to write every day, is figuring out when to write. Right now, the only time I have to write is after the kids are in bed. This is not much time, and I am usually tired, so it can be difficult to think clearly and write something. For example, tonight I nearly fell asleep while reading books to Reid, so I'm a little foggy and it is a little tough to come up with something interesting to write.
I do have some ideas of things to write about in the future, so hopefully I'll be able to keep it up. For now, I'm going to bed.
I do have some ideas of things to write about in the future, so hopefully I'll be able to keep it up. For now, I'm going to bed.
Thursday, January 2, 2014
At least I have something to write about
One of my biggest concerns about trying to blog every day is actually having something to say. Will I have something interesting that happens during each day, or will I have something on my mind that I want to write about? Well, today was not a day that I need to worry about that.
This morning, on my way to work, a pickup truck (or maybe it was a large SUV) ran a red light (they made have been sliding on ice and snow) and hit my car. I was not injured, but the front passenger-side wheel was damaged enough the it was no linger drivable. My questions about what happen with the other driver come from the fact that I did not get to talk to them afterwards, because they drove off.
I'm frustrated that I don't have my car and I must drive a rental for a while, but honestly the one I got has leather seats and is pretty nice, so it isn't too big of a deal. I've never really been one to care a lot about what particular car I drive (not since I was a teenager, anyway). What frustrates me the most is the hit-and-run. It is such a cowardly thing to do. I mean, forget placing blame for the accident (the roads were a bit slick, after all), they didn't even stick around to see if I was okay. I just can't imagine what goes through someone's head at a time like that to think, "I better get out of hear." No concern for the other person whose life they just quite literally came into contact with. They were obviously so concerned with whatever the perceived consequences to themself would be, whether they might be legal or financial or even real, that they let that override their possible concern for another person's well-being.
I am thankful that I was not hurt, and I am grateful that I have never been faced with a situation where I have reacted in the manner that the person who hit me did. If I can pull something positive out of the situation, it will serve as a reminder to do my best to always put the needs of others ahead of my own worries.
This morning, on my way to work, a pickup truck (or maybe it was a large SUV) ran a red light (they made have been sliding on ice and snow) and hit my car. I was not injured, but the front passenger-side wheel was damaged enough the it was no linger drivable. My questions about what happen with the other driver come from the fact that I did not get to talk to them afterwards, because they drove off.
I'm frustrated that I don't have my car and I must drive a rental for a while, but honestly the one I got has leather seats and is pretty nice, so it isn't too big of a deal. I've never really been one to care a lot about what particular car I drive (not since I was a teenager, anyway). What frustrates me the most is the hit-and-run. It is such a cowardly thing to do. I mean, forget placing blame for the accident (the roads were a bit slick, after all), they didn't even stick around to see if I was okay. I just can't imagine what goes through someone's head at a time like that to think, "I better get out of hear." No concern for the other person whose life they just quite literally came into contact with. They were obviously so concerned with whatever the perceived consequences to themself would be, whether they might be legal or financial or even real, that they let that override their possible concern for another person's well-being.
I am thankful that I was not hurt, and I am grateful that I have never been faced with a situation where I have reacted in the manner that the person who hit me did. If I can pull something positive out of the situation, it will serve as a reminder to do my best to always put the needs of others ahead of my own worries.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Happy New Year!
Wow, 2014 is here! 2013 seemed to go by so fast! And, looking at this blog, you wouldn't even know that 2013 happened, as I haven't posted since May 2012. I have a plan to change that, though. Hopefully, I'll be able to stick to it. Posting to this blog is just one of the things that I would like to accomplish this year.
I wouldn't call them "New Year's Resolutions," because everyone knows how well those usually go, but I do have some goals for the new year. Now, I have never had much luck with setting and achieving goals for the coming year, but I see that as no reason not to continue trying. Last year, I followed some advice and set goals that seemed really out of reach, the idea being that even if you don't make it, you will still do better just by trying to achieve such a lofty goal. I like the idea, but it didn't work out so well for me. Let me give you a couple examples. One goal I had was to read 1 book a month for a total of 12 books. I don't know how many books I read (there were a couple I got part way through and never finished), but even counting unfinished books, I maybe read six. Another goal was to run another 5k, and throw in a 10k and a half-marathon, as well. Hahahahaha! I didn't even complete the 5k, which I had done the year before.
Of course, some people will say that the reason that I didn't achieve these goals is because I didn't share them with anyone. I wrote them down, but I didn't let anyone else know about them, so I wasn't being held accountable. I'm not sure how much that works, either, but I've got this blog, so I might as well share things with anyone who happens to decide to read it. Now, there are still some goals that seem personal, so I'll go ahead and keep those to myself. Also, I'm not clear on what my goals should be in a couple aspects of my life just yet, and I've never been one to think that the only time you can set goals is at the start of the new year, so I'll probably add some along the way.
Let's get started. Here are some of my goals for the year:
1. Write on this blog daily. Again, this seems crazy, but if I actually strive for it, even if I don't write 365 days this year, I should do much better than I otherwise would have. Heck, with this post I'm already doing better than last year.
2. Read one book a month. I'm going to try this one again. I'm accepting fiction or non-fiction. I'm also accepting the fact that sometimes I get as much as I can handle out of a non-fiction book and then stop, I think that still counts.
3. Lose 50 pounds. This has been a goal of my for some time now, and was really the reasoning behind those running goals I had last year. It was also why I posted pictures of myself on this blog in previous years to try to motivate myself to lose weight. I need to lose the weight, I know I'll feel better and won't get tired playing with the kids as easily. So, this needs to be the year. It is only 4.2 pounds a month. That's like barely over a pound a week. Surely, I can do that.
Okay, that is enough for now. I need to get this post published soon, or it won't be New Year's Day anymore. Plus, I need to get to bed, we have a sick baby so sleep was tough last night and may be again tonight.
See you tomorrow.
I wouldn't call them "New Year's Resolutions," because everyone knows how well those usually go, but I do have some goals for the new year. Now, I have never had much luck with setting and achieving goals for the coming year, but I see that as no reason not to continue trying. Last year, I followed some advice and set goals that seemed really out of reach, the idea being that even if you don't make it, you will still do better just by trying to achieve such a lofty goal. I like the idea, but it didn't work out so well for me. Let me give you a couple examples. One goal I had was to read 1 book a month for a total of 12 books. I don't know how many books I read (there were a couple I got part way through and never finished), but even counting unfinished books, I maybe read six. Another goal was to run another 5k, and throw in a 10k and a half-marathon, as well. Hahahahaha! I didn't even complete the 5k, which I had done the year before.
Of course, some people will say that the reason that I didn't achieve these goals is because I didn't share them with anyone. I wrote them down, but I didn't let anyone else know about them, so I wasn't being held accountable. I'm not sure how much that works, either, but I've got this blog, so I might as well share things with anyone who happens to decide to read it. Now, there are still some goals that seem personal, so I'll go ahead and keep those to myself. Also, I'm not clear on what my goals should be in a couple aspects of my life just yet, and I've never been one to think that the only time you can set goals is at the start of the new year, so I'll probably add some along the way.
Let's get started. Here are some of my goals for the year:
1. Write on this blog daily. Again, this seems crazy, but if I actually strive for it, even if I don't write 365 days this year, I should do much better than I otherwise would have. Heck, with this post I'm already doing better than last year.
2. Read one book a month. I'm going to try this one again. I'm accepting fiction or non-fiction. I'm also accepting the fact that sometimes I get as much as I can handle out of a non-fiction book and then stop, I think that still counts.
3. Lose 50 pounds. This has been a goal of my for some time now, and was really the reasoning behind those running goals I had last year. It was also why I posted pictures of myself on this blog in previous years to try to motivate myself to lose weight. I need to lose the weight, I know I'll feel better and won't get tired playing with the kids as easily. So, this needs to be the year. It is only 4.2 pounds a month. That's like barely over a pound a week. Surely, I can do that.
Okay, that is enough for now. I need to get this post published soon, or it won't be New Year's Day anymore. Plus, I need to get to bed, we have a sick baby so sleep was tough last night and may be again tonight.
See you tomorrow.
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