1. Stop leaving half drank water bottles in my car...I am constantly having to throw out perfectly good water. It's so wasteful!!
2. Stop being a slob and clean up after myself, whether its at Brian's house or my mom's house. So far, I'm doing better!
3. Try to keep track of all of my stuff and not lose it..(bills, magazines, keys, you know..)
4. Drink less coffee.
5. Whoops, that last one was a mistake.
6. To not be jealous of all the buff, fit people out there and actually get off my butt and do something about it.
7. To use my golf clubs more than twice this year!
8. Experiment with a different hair color.
9. Try not to be so OCD at work. I think I get on people's nerves...oh well!
10. Realize that if I'm not in bed at 10 every night, it's ok cause I'm not working two jobs anymore!
11. Instead of skipping over every little thing I like, to buy myself something every once in awhile! A new purse maybe????
12. To be more chipper in the morning.
13. Again, that last one was a mistake cause it will NEVER happen!
14. To go out and be stupid with my friends more...don't really get to do that anymore.
15. To stop listening (or not listening) to what others say and to realize that I ROCK!!!
Monday, January 5, 2009
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Some ramblings
After being off work since Christmas Eve, the time has come where I must get back to the real world. I go back to work tomorrow, January 5th. As much as I enjoyed my time off, I'm actually looking forward to seeing my co-workers and kids again. But, it is going to be hard to be back into the swing of things. Since I've been on vacation, my whole "schedule" has been off. For example, my eating has kind of gotten out of control. The reason for this is that I have nothing to do, but hang out, so that gives me good reason to eat. Secondly, I have to get used to going to bed early, and getting up early. Last night I went to bed around 2 and got up at 11! Doesn't help the fact that my boyfriend is a night owl and I've spent pretty much my whole vacation at his house!! I do, actually like to have somewhat of a schedule and that will re-start again tomorrow! It HAS to!
Now that being said, like everyone, I'd like to start the year fresh..with healthy eating, exercise, and being around people who make me feel good about myself....speaking of that...
I was actually really bummed after Christmas...and I'm not exactly sure why. My dad said I had the "Post-holiday blues." I think he was right. It's funny how being around certain people can alter your mood and view of yourself... How is it that in the span of two nights, I went from feeling bad about myself, to feeling GREAT about myself? I went from being ignored and pushed aside to being surrounded by people who wanted to talk to me, and were actually interested in what I had to say. I went from feeling like a poor, insignificant girl to feeling like a queen. I know that I haven't lived in other states and countries, and may seem boring to some people, but that does not mean I should just be ignored. I'm a friendly person, who, believe it or not, has a very interesting life and a lot of friends. One of my resolutons for 2009 is to ignore people like that and realize that if people are like that, then it is their loss and I should focus my time on more important things. As my dad says, "Be less affected, and more effective." The bottom line is, I am choosing not to be around people who treat me like that anymore. I'm choosing to be around people who like me for me. People who don't care that I have lived in Cuyahoga Falls my whole life, or have not found that good job yet, or am still living with my mom. If you don't like me, it is your loss.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Happy New Year!
Well, another year has come to an end! It is New Year's Eve 2008!! Tonight I'll be ringing in the New Year with Brian and a few friends. I won't be with everyone I wanted to be with tonight, but that is what cell phone are for!! I wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year!!
I have hopes and dreams for 2009. I hope that 2009 is a year of change. I should have my credit card paid off in about 4 months and will officially be debt-free! (except for my student loans!) I am hoping Brian's house will sell or they will figure out some way for him to get out of this awful situation and that someone puts his ex in her place!! I will only be working one job this year which will allow me more time to be with friends and family, as well as do some things that I want to do! I just bought new running shoes so I can get back into working out! I'd like to learn something new this year...like guitar. I want to start reading before I go to bed again. I'm going to make more "me" time where I will go out for coffee alone, or maybe take a class. I hope to manage my stress better..maybe I'll try yoga or some kind of meditation. I'd love to get back into church. I'd like to get out on my own, whether it is my own place or a place with Brian. I'm going to enjoy life more and all that is has to offer. Lastly, I hope that everyone in my family finds what they are looking for, whether it's a new place to live, new job, or a new hobby.
I have hopes and dreams for 2009. I hope that 2009 is a year of change. I should have my credit card paid off in about 4 months and will officially be debt-free! (except for my student loans!) I am hoping Brian's house will sell or they will figure out some way for him to get out of this awful situation and that someone puts his ex in her place!! I will only be working one job this year which will allow me more time to be with friends and family, as well as do some things that I want to do! I just bought new running shoes so I can get back into working out! I'd like to learn something new this year...like guitar. I want to start reading before I go to bed again. I'm going to make more "me" time where I will go out for coffee alone, or maybe take a class. I hope to manage my stress better..maybe I'll try yoga or some kind of meditation. I'd love to get back into church. I'd like to get out on my own, whether it is my own place or a place with Brian. I'm going to enjoy life more and all that is has to offer. Lastly, I hope that everyone in my family finds what they are looking for, whether it's a new place to live, new job, or a new hobby.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Getting closer to 30!
As my 30th birthday quickly approaches, I am wondering more and more where my life is headed. I am very fortunate in the fact that I have so many amazing people in my life. I have a large, supportive family, great friends, and a wonderful boyfriend. I always have someone to talk to or confide in, no matter where I am at. I have never felt truly alone, because I know that a family member or friend is either at the house, or just a phone call away. I really couldn't ask for more.
But at the same time, I look at all the changes that I still need to make. I'm not where I want to be at this point in my life and have had my share of both ups and downs over the past few years. Just when I think something is going the way I want it to, I find out that I've hit another road block and need to come up with another plan. There are so many unexpected twists and turns throughout life and you have to be prepared to handle whatever comes your way, whether it is positive or negative. As Forest Gump says, "Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." Silly as it sounds, it's true. We're almost in a new year. And a new year means new beginnings. I'd like to start out 2009 on a positive note. So, the first thing I'm doing is eliminating my part-time job. I have come to this decision after a lot of thought and believe it is the right one. Unfortunately, I really enjoy spending time with the kids there, especially the little ones. I will miss them and I know they will wonder why I am leaving them. But, I really need to focus on some other things...like me! :)
Hopefully everything else will fall into place after that. Maybe I'll get a job making more money. Maybe Brian's house will sell. Maybe I'll get married in a few years. Maybe I'll have kids. After all, I am almost 30!
But at the same time, I look at all the changes that I still need to make. I'm not where I want to be at this point in my life and have had my share of both ups and downs over the past few years. Just when I think something is going the way I want it to, I find out that I've hit another road block and need to come up with another plan. There are so many unexpected twists and turns throughout life and you have to be prepared to handle whatever comes your way, whether it is positive or negative. As Forest Gump says, "Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." Silly as it sounds, it's true. We're almost in a new year. And a new year means new beginnings. I'd like to start out 2009 on a positive note. So, the first thing I'm doing is eliminating my part-time job. I have come to this decision after a lot of thought and believe it is the right one. Unfortunately, I really enjoy spending time with the kids there, especially the little ones. I will miss them and I know they will wonder why I am leaving them. But, I really need to focus on some other things...like me! :)
Hopefully everything else will fall into place after that. Maybe I'll get a job making more money. Maybe Brian's house will sell. Maybe I'll get married in a few years. Maybe I'll have kids. After all, I am almost 30!
Thursday, December 4, 2008
We all need to feel special
There are always so many things that happen in my day (good and bad) but today, I was reminded of why I became a teacher..my love of children.
As I was leaving, I saw a girl in one of the classes crying. I knew that she had gotten in trouble for doing something, based on her reaction and what was going on around her. But, she was so sad and all she wanted was her mom. As I looked at her, I thought about how much time she actually gets to spend with her mom each day, and thought that it was probably very little. I could not walk away from her, so I went over to her and picked her up, sat on the bench, and held her. I rocked her and talked to her until she calmed down and then took her down the hall to look at some of the books that were displayed, and then back to the classroom. When I told her that it was time for me to go, but she told me, "No, Miss Amy, please don't go!" How could I say no to that? So, I sat down and drew her two pictures...one of a Christmas tree, and the other a picture (of me) at her request! This little girl was so happy I was spending time with her. I promised her that I would spend more time with her tomorrow. She smiled, gave me a hug, and I walked out the door.
Little did this girl know that as I was comforting her, she was comforting me.
As I was leaving, I saw a girl in one of the classes crying. I knew that she had gotten in trouble for doing something, based on her reaction and what was going on around her. But, she was so sad and all she wanted was her mom. As I looked at her, I thought about how much time she actually gets to spend with her mom each day, and thought that it was probably very little. I could not walk away from her, so I went over to her and picked her up, sat on the bench, and held her. I rocked her and talked to her until she calmed down and then took her down the hall to look at some of the books that were displayed, and then back to the classroom. When I told her that it was time for me to go, but she told me, "No, Miss Amy, please don't go!" How could I say no to that? So, I sat down and drew her two pictures...one of a Christmas tree, and the other a picture (of me) at her request! This little girl was so happy I was spending time with her. I promised her that I would spend more time with her tomorrow. She smiled, gave me a hug, and I walked out the door.
Little did this girl know that as I was comforting her, she was comforting me.
A Time to be Jolly!
December is one of my favorite months. And with all the horrible things going on with the state of our economy, it is important to appreciate the little things. So, here are the things that make me JOLLY this month!!
1. Christmas music!!
2. Staying in and curling up on the couch with Brian.
3. Drinking endless cups of coffee to stay warm and feeling GREAT after it!
4. Staying in my robe and slippers all day.
5. Special drinks like hot rum and cider, bailey's, and eggnog!
6. Making Christmas cookies...I think my mom is glad I took over!
7. The fireplace.
8. Cyber shopping=no crowds!!
9. Eating tons and not feeling guilt about it.
10. Christmas Eve "midnight" mass.
11. Time off work!
12. Gift exchanges.
13. Getting and sending Christmas cards.
14. Christmas specials like "Rudolph", "Charlie Brown" and "Frosty!"
15. Spending more time with friends.
16. Great sales in the stores.
17. Getting to see and spend time with my family.
1. Christmas music!!
2. Staying in and curling up on the couch with Brian.
3. Drinking endless cups of coffee to stay warm and feeling GREAT after it!
4. Staying in my robe and slippers all day.
5. Special drinks like hot rum and cider, bailey's, and eggnog!
6. Making Christmas cookies...I think my mom is glad I took over!
7. The fireplace.
8. Cyber shopping=no crowds!!
9. Eating tons and not feeling guilt about it.
10. Christmas Eve "midnight" mass.
11. Time off work!
12. Gift exchanges.
13. Getting and sending Christmas cards.
14. Christmas specials like "Rudolph", "Charlie Brown" and "Frosty!"
15. Spending more time with friends.
16. Great sales in the stores.
17. Getting to see and spend time with my family.
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