It's a New Year

Yes, I realize that we are already 49 days into 2009, but I was really inspired by Hayley's New Year's Resolutions that I wanted to take the time to post mine. Like Hayley, I consider them to be goals instead of resolutions, so here goes!

2009 Goals

• Closer to God


• More Consistent in Bible study & prayer
  
• Read 15 books
  
• No soft drinks
  
• Healthy pregnancy (oh, by the way, did I mention that I'm pregnant?)
  
• Get fit post-pregnancy


• Run in 3 5Ks (post pregnancy)


• Watch less TV

So far I've done better in all areas except the post pregnancy goals (of course) & watching less TV. I'm really going to focus on cutting out TV because it will free up time to accomplish the other goals. Maybe I should also make a goal about posting to my blog more regularly...

Speaking of pregnancy... I found out on December 1st and we didn't tell anyone, except close family, until after the first doctor's appointment. We are so excited! My due date is August 8, 2009. Next Wednesday will be my 3rd doctor's appointment and I am also scheduled for a sonogram. I will be almost 17 weeks so Paul & I are hoping that we will find out the gender of our child then. Exciting times!

Tag

Hayley posted 7 random facts about herself on her blog and challenged me to do the same. So here goes...



1. I am an avid List-Maker. I have constant lists ranging from 'Today's To Do List', 'Books I want to read', 'Things I need to buy for the house', 'Goals for the Year', to anything and everything you can imagine. There is just something about completing a task and crossing it off my list that is so satisfying!



2. I am a runner. This year I have taken up the sport of running and I am enjoying it so much! I have completed two 5K races and have plans to take on a 10K soon. And... okay, I'm just going to throw it out there and say it now so that I will have to do it... I am training for a Half Marathon in April 2009.



3. I am a control freak. I know, I know... Those of you who know me well are surprised and alarmed by this confession! LOL! Okay... maybe you are just surprised that I am finally acknowledging that I have a problem! Yes, it is hard for me to not be into everything and trying to make things turn out my way, but I am working on this and with God's help, I will soon have this under control... *wink*



4. I love to read! I have read almost all of Francine Rivers' books. I love Janette Oke's books. I am currently reading the Left Behind series. I'm on book # 3 now. Such a good series and it really makes me want to learn more about Bible Prophecy. I have read 7 books so far this year: The Penny, The Oath, Blood Orange, Caprivating, Leota's Garden, Left Behind, & Tribulation Force.



5. I love to swim! I don't enjoy having to squeeze into a swimsuit, but I really love being in the water. If we had a pool at home, we would never leave home! I can't wait to teach Logan to swim!



6. I really like to cook! I enjoy it so much and I love trying out new recipes. Thanks Hayley for all of the new recipes you are posting on your blog!



7. I am an awesome Rook player! I don't mean to brag but with skills like mine, it's hard to be humble... LOL! My parent taught me & Kayla to play when we were around 9 and 10 years old. We have had hours and hours of fun by playing cards together. There's nothing like a rousing game of Rook to bring a family together... Oh, how I miss those times! But just a warning, anyone playing against my team better prepare to get beat!



Well, there you have it! I now challenge Kayla, Sherrie, Marla, Leslie, & Amanda to do the same!

Fall

I just love this time of year! The air is crisp, the leaves begin to change color, and the days get shorter. There is just something about fall that makes me feel really happy. I would say that fall is probably my favorite time of year...