We've had quite a maelstrom of activity around here in the last 48 hours. It was with much sadness and a little bit of shock that I saw the end of my long-awaited winter break approaching, so I decided I needed to accomplish something before my vacation was a distant memory. Among the things I accomplished? I painted Cecelia's room and took down/put away everything "Christmas."

While I was busy with those tasks, the girls were rediscovering how to co-exist 24/7. Apparently they decided they needed to lay some ground rules.

First rule:
I especially like the red face in the upper corner, because "that's what it looks like when someone is angry."


Second rule:
Translation: "No whining except for 3 year olds."

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, or so they say. A certain 5 year old doesn't see it that way.

I DO believe in New Year's Resolutions! I do, I do, I do!

Perhaps it's not New Year's Resolutions specifically that I believe in, but I do believe in the value and beauty of a fresh start. I like the idea that, every 365 days, we have the chance for a fresh start on long-term goals. It's like rebooting. So I wanted to put my focus areas for 2009 in print, so I can always come back and remind myself of them:

1. Find my way back to great cardiovascular health. I suspect this will come through running, Tae Bo, time on the ellipticals, etc.

2. Spend more time sewing and experimenting with new patterns and ideas.

3. De-clutter our home.


Happy Fresh Start!