Wednesday, December 30, 2015

On the Eve of New Year's Eve

So much for posting regularly on this blog. It seems that almost as soon as I hit publish on my last post, I had forgotten completely about this blog and writing. My last submission was 9 months ago. This may be my last post for awhile, or this could be the genuine beginning of me reigniting my writing. Looking back at previous posts, it is really no surprise that I would neglect this blog. I have done it in the past and past is prologue, right?
On the Eve of New Year's Eve, I am taking this opportunity to reflect. I am naturally an introspective person and of course since we are approaching a new year, I am even more so reflective on my life and what I have done with it so far. Overall, my life is good. I have some things in the works and some projects to complete and I am looking forward to finishing many of the things I have started over the years. I have some career decisions to make that will not only effect my life, but the lives of my family members.
The dynamics of my family changed in 2015. A year after the birth of my youngest daughter, I married the love of my life. We've been married for eight months and I'm excited for what the future has in store for us and our four children.
I have made New Year's Resolutions in the past; one year, I did an entire list of goals that I planned to accomplish for that particular year. I don't even know where that list went and I know I didn't finish half of what I set out to do. This year, I just plan to usher it in and take whatever comes my way. One thing I do resolve to do is to take better care of myself. One of my colleagues told me that "self care is the best care." I CAN'T give my best to all of the people in my life if I am not well.
I came across the following list on a friend's Facebook page. I plan to refer to this often as I go into 2016.
Twelve Steps for Self-Care
1. If it feels wrong, don't do it.
2. Say "exactly" what you mean.
3. Don't be a people pleaser.
4. Trust your instincts.
5. Never speak badly about yourself.
6. Never give up on your dreams.
7. Don't be afraid to say "no."
8. Don't be afraid to say "yes."
9. Be KIND to yourself.
10. Let go of what you can't control.
11. Stay away from drama and negativity.
12. LOVE. Here's to 2016!