New Years Resolutions....I mean Goals

Well, the year is almost over.  We officially only have two more days of 2010.  This year has had its ups and downs.  Financially, we have had some set backs.  Cars have broken down (Garrett's car twice), pools have leaked, and vacuums have bit the dust (2 to be exact).  I even got a pink slip from the school district.  But on the brighter side I got my job back, Nate has grown into a walking, talking, funny little toddler, Natalie received student of the month at school, and we took the most amazing trip to Kauai with the Thomson family.  Even though we had a few hardships, we are so blessed with the most wonderful family and friends.  While 2010 had its struggles, it still was a pretty darn good year. 

I have come up with a few goals for the following year.  I tend to NEVER stick with my new years resolutions.  So this year I am going to come up with some goals. 

1.) Pass the mathematics CSET I have to pass this test if I want to keep my job.  While staying home sounds very appealing, the money is much needed.  I HAVE to pass this test.  

2.)  Spend at least one hour each day studying for the CSET It is so hard to be disciplined and study.  They say that teachers are the worst students and I definitely agree!!!

3.) Read to my kids every day Both my kids ADORE books.  Nate is always bringing me a book and sitting right down on my lap.  But usually I am so tired and exhausted by the end of the day I just throw my kids in bed so I can relax.  But what is 5 more minutes each night?  A bonding 5 minutes is what it should be.

4.) Put my family before anything else in my life I want my wonderful husband and kids to feel like they are number one in my life.  They are the most important things in the world to me and I want them to know it.  I plan in 2011 to show each of them that they come first: not my job, extended family, friends, or hobbies.   

5.)   Exercise at least 3 times a week When I exercise I feel strong, confident, and healthy.  It is the one thing I NEED for myself.  For the past 5 years I have been taking care of small children and sometimes (most of the time) I forget to take care of myself.  

So those are my five goals.  I think they are doable and I hope I don't forget them within the first month like I usually do with my resolutions.  Happy New Year!