Resolved

I love new year’s resolutions. I think of them for months leading up to the new year, trying to figure out what will be the best way to start the year on the right track. I know some people find them too much pressure, but I suppose I’ve never been too worried about breaking them.

And I figure even if you break them, at least you tried and that’s a step in the right direction!

My most successful resolution I’ve ever made was in 2007 to stop cursing. I had been working on political campaigns for a few years and I’d picked up the campaign lingo, which generally involved a lot of cursing (sorry, parents!). So in 2007, I made a resolution to stop cursing.

Four years later, it has nearly worked. Nearly. It just goes out the window when it comes to cat poop and certain very important domestic disagreements when I really need to make my point (sorry, Michael).

So this year, I’m re-resolving to really stop swearing altogether.

I’m also making a resolution to write a letter, not an email or a facebook message, each week. Everyone loves getting letters, and I think it will make 52 people smile!

A few months ago, I started writing a book, then got caught up in my blog and put it down. But 2011 will be the year I finish writing my (first!) book, and maybe 2012 will be the year you all see it in print!

Of course, I have a long list of crafty, arty projects I want to start and finish, and lots of recipes I want to try. And even my lovely blog is getting a serious makeover in the coming weeks which I think you all will like.

What about you all? Did you make resolutions? Are you scowling at me through your computer because you hate resolutions? Come on, I know you’re out there!

{I’m not sure where those images are from! I saved them before I started this little blog, so if they’re yours or if you know where they’re from, please tell me so I can give credit!}