Goals for 2012

Happy New Year!

I will be honest. I love to make new year resolutions. I understand that a large amount of people may not agree but for me, I really do like what a new year brings. I love having a brand new opportunity to make changes, to better myself. While one does not have to wait for the New Year to make such changes in his/her life, I think it is a great starting point. Both my husband and I do make some pretty challenging resolutions, but they are attainable. I understand when resolutions are too far fetched they become unreachable. I try to make realistic goals that will better my mind and body. This year we have some pretty lofty goals. This year I am giving up fast food and caffeine drinks. A few years ago, I gave up caffeine drinks, and I did it!... or so I thought. Last year I found out that Diet Sunkist in fact does have caffeine... who knew?!? Anyway, since I kind of felt cheated, I thought this would be a great opportunity to prove to myself again that I can do it. Plus it is just a healthy option that will force me to drink more water. Typically I am not a water fan and know that this is just a healthier option that will save calories that I can use enjoying other food options. Now in regards to giving up fast food. This means what it says and includes fast food and drinks like Sonic Happy Hour. I am still extremely sad by this, but giving up caffeine drinks has made this a non issue. We can still enjoy sandwich shops and restaurants. So wish us luck. I think this year may be a bit difficult, but totally doable. I actually gave up caffeine about a month and a half before New Years and am holding on strong. I do occasionally miss a cherry coke.

What are some of your 2012 goals/resolutions?