Well the Christmas festivities and bidding adieu to 2012 are behind us
(and oh what fun they were!!!)
And now – it’s time.
Time to lay down some plans for this great big beautiful hope filled year that looms in front of us.
Bear with me – this list is all over the place. There is so much I want to challenge myself to do this year!!!
And as you will see, some of these will be easier to accomplish than others.
So here they are, my
Be tenderhearted.
Re-learn how to use a sewing machine.
Sew curtains for the living room. Pillows for the bedroom. Lots of other cool stuff.
Board and batten. Board and batten. Board and batten.
Go for a walk every single day.
Make our basement awesome.
Write more handwritten notes.
Build living room floor to ceiling bookcases.
Drink less coffee/drink more water.
Don’t let adolescent angst bring me down.
Look the other way about messy bedrooms, and laugh with my kids more.
Actually finish refinishing 3 pieces of furniture in my garage.
Go sledding with my kids.
Paint my bedroom a dramatic color.
Go to bed earlier.
Learn some new carpentry skills and master angles.
Attempt crown molding.
Update my projects page and before and afters.
Sledgehammer foyer tile.
Install a runner on the stairs.
Schedule dates with my girlfriends.
Paint the inside of my front door black.
Take less house pictures/more kid pictures.
Show you my DIY roman shades/mounted and framed map/madeover thrift store lamps/dreamy kitchen plan.
Love my peeps. Cherish each day. Choose happy even when life is messy.
Stop trying to be less sappy, and shine my sappy, corny, sentimental light all over the place!
I LOVE sharing DIY projects, home improvements, recipes, and life with you and I hope every once in a while you are inspired to make something, bake something, or create your own happiness by stopping by this humble little blog.
THANK YOU for making SYL so fun in 2012.
I wish you a 2013 filled with good health for you and your loved ones, and peace in your heart and in your home.
I can’t wait for this year ahead!
Ange says
I love love love your list! So much of mine is the same, it makes me happy. Maybe we can build those bookshelves together, I just bought hubby the table saw for Christmas. And the teenage angst, messy bedrooms, I'm right there with you! Thanks for sharing your heart and home this year, looking forward to seeing what 2013 has for us. Happy new Year friend!
My Crafty Home Life says
Good Lord, girl. All that in one year? You can forget going to bed earlier and I'm not sure how nice you are going to be when you are doing crown molding….I hate it, but will probably do it again. I am so excited to watch you do all this. Good luck, and venture on.
pam {simple details} says
I said, "me too" to so many of those (except drink less coffee!) and completely identified with be more tenderhearted, as the delightful teenage attitude can send me into 'ugly mom mode' in a heartbeat! I always love your way with words and inspiration ~ can't wait for another year-full! 🙂
Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says
What a well-rounded list! We share a personal goal…less house pics and more kid pics! As I was flipping through my card one day I was floored that they were almost all house or project photos. I want to take more candid, every day shots rather than just the special occasion stuff. I so enjoy everything you do, Lisa, and your thoughtful insights on life. Looking forward to following along this year!
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
such a great list! great home goals, but awesome spiritual/relationship goals! love it!
and i can't wait to see your bedroom a dramatic color!!!!!!
Kelly @ View Along the Way says
Please keep up the sappiness! I loved this list of goals and now I feel super inspired!
Mandi@TidbitsfromtheTremaynes says
this is such an exciting list!! you go, girl! I'm excited to join the journey, for sure.
Kim@Chattafabulous says
You know I read through your list wondering if the 80's tile demo would make your list this year. I've enjoyed visiting your blog this past year and I'm looking forward to more visits in 2013!
http://www.chattafabulous.blogspot.com
Jenny says
Great list girlfriend!! I could add so many of your plans to my own, it's scary. Love the teen angst one too, I can totally relate. Can't wait to see what you do this year!
Ghost says
Similar house = similar list! I already purchased a miter box and miter saw for all the angles I'll be cutting. Pretty trimwork, here I come!!! I can't wait to see where you put the bookshelves as I've been debating the same project myself. And the kitchen! – Mine is such a disaster! I'd love to hear your plans. Happy New Year!!
cestMoi Sandy says
LOL a very daring list you have there!
But, I do not think you can start sewing and ditch the coffee! Those two definitely go together.
You will need it when you really really just want to finish those seams and pleats! Cause you are "almost" done. lol.
I will stick around to watch you do it all!
And somehow I really think you will!
Love the Memory Making photo's Love all the smiles.
Happy New Year to you and Yours!
Hugs,
Sandy
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