Today, I had ambitions of getting so much accomplished, but ended up doing very little. After a week of being awoken by the kitten multiple times throughout the night (apparently my body is a jungle gym or she feels she needs to prepare me for motherhood — not sure which), I ended up taking multiple naps today and not doing much besides taking a trip to the thrift store and doing laundry. My trip to the thrift store landed me quite a bit for less than $10, and I was happy to bring home two pillows, multiple pillowcases (which will be made into pillow covers or purses), two mugs, two glass mason jars, and a small mirror.

I am so looking forward to the new year, to making resolutions and starting fresh. I hate to say it, but 2008 was the worst year of my life. I have hope for 2009.

I came across this list of rules to live by, something I had printed out ages ago. It’s a good reminder of intentional living:

-always try to help a friend in need
-believe in yourself
-be brave
-study hard
-always try to see the glass half full
-meet new people
-take lots of naps
-be weird whenever you have the chance
-love your friends
-don’t waste food
-take an occasional risk
-relax
-try to have a little fun each day
-work together as a team
-fall in love with someone…
-…and say “I love you” often
-express yourself creatively
-always be up for surprises
-share with friends
-watch your step
-exercise to keep fit
-live up to your name
-hold on to good friends
-indulge in the things you truly love
-pray every day