A New Year {2011}, a new me

Making Changes....

...to be a better me.
A better wife.
A better mother.
A better daughter and sister.
A better person, one moment at a time.

This morning Ryan asked me what my New Year's Resolutions were.

My reply, which I have thought about for a few weeks now, was "To be a better person". That's it. I think he was expecting me to outline some complicated list a mile long, which is something I do every year...then tape it to the bedroom wall, where it reminds me where I'm falling short.

Yes, I want to lose weight, exercise every day, read my scriptures and to my kids every day, have a spotless home and dinner on the table when Ryan get's home from work, complete a million different projects, some important, some selfish. But ultimately, I want to be a better me.

I want to be the daughter of God that I know He knows I am. I know I cannot be perfect every day. I know that every moment won't be ideal. But I know that I want to make the effort to be a better me.

I still have a 'list' of sorts, but it's more of a routine I hope to follow to accomplish my goal of being a better person.

I liked this short clip that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has, and the simple message of moving forward.  Not dwelling on the 'past', but looking forward to the future.  I am grateful for the knowledge of the Atonement in my life, so that for those moments that are imperfect, I can repent, and move onward, and focus on enjoying life, not just enduring it.

I'm excited to talk to Tanner's Joy School friends on Tuesday about goal making and accomplishing those goals.  I've been thinking about what kind of goals I can help my children set.  Like learning to tie their own shoes, trying one new food a week (this will most likely consist of vegetables and fruits we regularly offer, but they haven't touched!), saying "I Love You", or "I'm Sorry", or "How can I help you?" more.

I am excited to feel uplifted by regular scripture study, gratitude during my prayers, peace in my heart even if a situation I find myself in less than ideal.

So, here's to a brand new year, with wonderful and cherished memories in 2010, and exciting and learning experiences in 2011.

Happy New Year!