I'm not much of a goal setter, but New Year's is the one time a year that I actually get excited for goals.
But probably the best part of this New Year's was when I got on goodreads to set a goal for the number of books I want to read this year and not only came across my own book (who knew that both my books were on there???), but also came across this:
For about 90% of the population, I really don't care what they think, but I've always been worried about what my parents think about me. Seeing my Dad's review made my day and makes me want to work harder on my next novel and in my own life. I hope I can always live in a way that he'd be proud of me.
During this last year, I focused a lot on "reawakening". I had been feeling pretty unattached and uncaring about things, so I wanted to reawaken to my own life. I got back into running and ran a half marathon. I went on an amazing trip to Costa Rica. I started two new jobs. I started a TESOL course and am in the process of planning my move abroad. I realized that I was wrong about not liking audiobooks - it turns out that I love nonfiction audiobooks (sorry, still not sure I like fiction audiobooks...maybe next year). I made some amazing new friends and I went to space camp and the Highland Games, along with plenty of other random events.
All in all, here's to a fantastic last year and the start of the new year. Here's to all the moments waiting to be seized. Who knows what will come?
I like all of the post but I'm saddened by the moving abroad. We have to get together at least once before that happens! I do want to do a 5K sometime...my youngest said she'd walk with me but we'd love to join a group...I'll have to see what's coming up like the Leprehaun Lope on March 17th? And what's this about a mud run with Morgan? I think a blog post with pictures sounds in order...
ReplyDeleteDon't worry, it's still about a year away, we have plenty of time to get together! A 5K would be fun! Morgan and I are planning on doing a Mud Run in Hurricane, if you want to join, although I know it's quite the drive! How are you, by the way? I'd love to get together sometime! We should do lunch or something!
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