In case you’re wondering why I didn’t write an entry for New Year’s Day, I spent that evening reviewing my goals and planning what I want to do differently in the coming year. Most of my goals are fairly straightforward: Arrive at meetings/appointments five minutes early if appropriate; Ponder and study a different temple covenant each month on Sundays; Post a new recipe on our website each Wednesday. I’m confident that I can meet those goals, but I set another one that has me worried.
I have so many projects that I am anxious to get to, so I decided it was time to make a plan for dealing with them. I rearranged my chore schedule so I can devote Joy’s afternoon naps to projects on Thursday and Friday. I’m excited about the prospect of tackling so many things that I want to do, but my enthusiasm is dampened a little when I remember that all my past efforts to set aside leisure time have failed. It’s tempting to think that this attempt will fare no better, but I think my plan is workable and I’m determined to try it.
I also want to find time to read more books, but so far I have no specific time set aside (my only stipulation is "Not when I'm supposed to be taking care of Baby"). My goal is to read at least one book a month, and my first selection is something light and fun that I've been meaning to read for a while: A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett (who also wrote The Secret Garden). I'll probably post a review of it later this month, so if you want to read along and share your thoughts, you're more than welcome. No pressure, though.
"The Secret Garden" and "A Little Princess" are two of my favorite books. I have probably read each one a least 6 or 7 times. Now you are inspiring me to get my copies out.
ReplyDeleteFinding time as a mother to do the things you want will always be a challenge for me. I try to take the "Success is in the journey" attitude. Good luck. I am looking forward to your recipes!
Joy still takes afternoon naps? Oh, much-blessed Kim!
ReplyDeleteI do feel very lucky that my two children are pretty well synchronized and usually nap at the same time, which means I can rest (needed while incubating number three). Getting anything done...well, that's another story!
Somehow, I'll probably find time to read along with you because A Little Princess is an old favorite.
Maybe I need to give myself credit--I do have our taxes nearly completed. It may seem strange coming from your old English major friend, but I really like doing taxes.
I rediscovered "The Secret Garden" a year or two ago, and it became a favorite. Somehow, when I read it as a child I didn't really appreciate how magical it was (but then, I don't think children fully appreciate childhood, either). When I learned that the same author wrote "A Little Princess," I knew I had to read it.
ReplyDeleteCathy, I am indeed grateful that Joy is still taking double naps. I dread the day she stops, though I'm sure I'll muckle through somehow.
Admirable goals all.
ReplyDeletePlan for projects - excellent.
Burnett is a wonderful author.
I way surpass your one book a month goal...so, actually one of my goals is to cut back a little...and absorb more and be more specific.
you'd probably also enjoy "An Old Fashioned Girl" by Louisa May Alcott - far and away one of my favorites.
Hope 2008 brings you much happiness and "joy"!
Nicole, I've been meaning to read Alcott's "Little Women" for some time; maybe I'll have to read "An Old Fashioned Girl," too. It's always interesting to read the books that fellow-readers love.
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