Birthday Resolutions

Every year, not only do I do my New Year Resolutions, but I also come up with Birthday Resolutions. For me, with my birthday falling during Labor Day week, it reminds me of back to school time, another New Year and MY new year. I like to reflect back and think ahead. And of course, I don't work on my birthday!

Today, I woke up on my own without an alarm. Had some coffee, watched TV, then went for a walk at the park. I stopped on a bench for a while, looking out towards the pond.

I had already made a couple of decisions about my next year. Last week I decided I wanted to open myself up for opportunities for a new path in my career and also to receive a romantic relationship in life. Today I wanted to expand on that.

While I was sitting, my mind was thinking of the goals I have and where I want to be. I am very proud of where I have come in the past year. I have succeeded on fitness and health, I have made new friends and continued to push past limits on myself. I want to keep doing that and expand on that. I want to keep doing yoga and find more balance in my life. And am going to start small. If it is traditional meditation or not, I want to spend 5 minutes a day in some sort of meditation. For me, I can even find that in running on the track. Somewhere that my mind is clear and in the present moment, however I can find it.

Then I had a thought. I want to make better choices for myself. I think that sums up how I want my 36th year to be. I want to choose better for me in all areas. Eat better foods, have healthier relationships, spending choices, all of it. I want to make better choices for myself.

Right after I had that thought, the top of an acorn fell out of tree and landed on the paved path in front of me. I picked it up and brought it home to place on a shelf. Hopefully by continuing to see that acorn top, I will be reminded to continue to make better choices for me.

I also thought how thankful I am with my life, all of it. My struggles, successes, accomplishments and failures. All of it makes up who I am and I wouldn't be me without all of it. I like where I am and I am looking forward to seeing what is next for me.

Here's to a great 36th! :)