A resolution update.....and some leftover Valentines......

Well, I guess that sounded weird.....like the Valentine's are leftover ham and green bean casserole from Christmas.  What I really mean is leftover Valentine's from last year.  I wanted to be able to post something other than distraught children pining away for their friends.  But haven't had a chance to start on any of my pending projects.  I am dying to sit down and do some crafting.  So I thought I would just intersperse some "has been" Valentine's in with my updated resolution list to add a little "punch" to the blog (I had to use the word "punch" being as I heard it no less that 5 times within this week while watching various hgtv shows....I promise never to use it and "juxtaposition" again)

I've also added little notes to update the original list (which you can read  *here*) for what was actually accomplished, or, more likely, not accomplished. Those will be marked with a little star *.   However, being the positive thinker I am....There's always next year.....

So, anyhow, here is my resolution list from last year.  I realized that I didn't include some very crucial resolutions in it. So I wrote them in just so I could cross them off.  Do you ever do that with your to-do list.  Get something over and done with....yet write it on the list, or, better yet, specifically make a list where one never existed just so you can cross it off?   Well I do.....I love the feeling of accomplishment.

Revised 2007 Resolution List

1. Get organized (circa. 1996)....... 2008 update - The jury's still out on this one.  Although, I do think I have made strides in this area. One thing I've learned though, no matter how organized your setup, it doesn't make one whit of difference unless you follow through on the plan. Hypothetically speaking, for example, you can have the best filing system in town. However, if the papers never move from the 2 foot high pile on your desk, the cute little colored file folders you paid too much for are useless.....hypothetically speaking, of course. 

2. Stop procrastinating (circa. 1970).........2008 update - I really think I have made considerable progress in this area.  Although I still have quite a way to go. I think finding there is a much bigger payoff to just getting things done on time, verses, pushing it off, has helped me go in the right direction.

3. Watch less tv (circa. invention of HGTV)........2008 update - It's never going to happen. Permanently taking it off the list this year.

4. Learn Spanish (circa. Meeting of Spanish speaking husband 17 years ago)....... 2008 update - Nada.  But since I am going to be teaching, I am much more motivated to stick with it

5. Get more exercise (circa. birth of children)...... 2008 update - Ok. Let's first "define" exercise...... 

6. Return calls promptly (circa. invention of answering machines)....... 2008 update -  Somethings are just never meant to be.  However, this will remain on the list, as you never know when a miracle will come your way.

7. Stick to New Year's resolutions (circa. first year I started writing them.).......2008 update -  I'm beginning to realize the whole issue of "resolutions" needs to be reevaluated in my opinion.

**8. Do something creative everyday........ 2008 update - YES!! I did it!!!  Maybe it wasn't everyday.  But over the past year I am very happy with the progress that I have made. I feel more creative than ever and have my art work to show for it.

**9. Continue writing my blog on a weekly basis......2008 update -  I stuck with it!  I thought maybe the novelty of writing a blog would wear out the first few months.  But what I discovered was every time I wrote a post, it just fueled my desire to write more.  That and the unexpected friendships I have made along the way have made it even better than I expected.

So, here's looking forward a creative filled 2008!!  I'm looking forward to seeing what the year holds!! 

Comments

[suzy]

What lovely valentines! I'm still laughing about your resolutions list, keep up the good work! xo, suzy

[Cheryl]

Hey there, I don't know how it happened but I thought you gave up blogging because you aren't showing up in my google reader. I've added and re-added but finally gave up and bookmarked you. Funny to think of bookmarking as old fashioned ;-)

Anyway, good luck with those resolutions.
This year I didn't make any or at least I won't admit to making any. What I did do is set a goal in my head and I can see it as if it already happened. Now I am working every day to make it a reality. Next year, I am sure I will have all kinds of funny reflection on how this tactic went.

Love your cards!
Cheers!

[Sweet Remembrance]

I love your leftovers!
Priscilla

[Rachael]

Yep, it does your ego wonders to cross something off the list, in my mind it dosen't matter when you actually put it on the list! Love your long lasting resolutions and the progress report!

[Analise]

Hey Karin!

You are so funny, I love reading your blog!

I too, am working on some resolutions...that began some time ago...they just stay on the loooong list... :0)

Cheers and Happy New Year to you!

XO
Analise

[Mary Issabella]

adorable Valentine's cards. I enjoy Valentine's Day such a sweet little day.!!!

[Alison Gibbs]

Karin, great list.
Love the 'Left Over valentines'
Alison

[The Rose Cottage]

Hi Karin,
I just love all your Valentines, even if they are from last year, and I now have that pretty glittery little dream collage on the wall in my studio which I won at the Vintage Swanky Swag :) I love it, thank you. It all inspired me to become a sponsor too.

I love your resolutions, good luck with them, I gave up a long time ago LOL

And come on over to my blog because I have a little something for you :)

Lynn

[karla nathan]

Tasty looking leftovers!

And why would anyone want to watch LESS TV? TV is the most wonderful invention ever, yes, cross that one off your list!!

[Lori]

LOVE your valentines Karin...that's a LOT of resolutions...i only made one which happens to be your #2 and i am already failing miserably on that...oh well...maybe i can start trying again tomorrow:)

[Devonia]

I chuckled all the way through as I read through this blog. You are gifted in so many ways, Karin. I'm going to go out on the limb and add you to my fave blog list. If you pop in and decide you don't want your name associated with my blog, lol, just let me know & I'll remove it immediately. But darn, I HATE for my readers to miss reading this. You are soooo all of us. Devonia

[Devonia]

Sheesh, I meant to say suffix the going out on the limb sentence with "without permission".

[Katrina]

I love your New Years resolutions! I was chuckling away. I think I may need to adopt some of those myself :)

[Katrina]

I love your New Years resolutions! I was chuckling away. I think I may need to adopt some of those myself :)

[britt-sparkled vintage charm]

adorable valentines!!! great resolutions!!! xo Britt

[Karla]

I'm still laughing over here! I think you and I could just about have the same resolution list - except I don't even make 'em anymore!
Karla

[Bejeweled]

Crossing something off a list gives you a great feeling of accomplishment. I always include one or two "easy" ones, so I know I'll have something to cross off while I'm tackling the harder ones :)

Your list is too funny! You always make me laugh :)

[LD]

What pretty Valentine cards. Your resolutions are so much like my own.....sigh. This year I have some I will stick with. I intend to blog them so I will be forced to face the shame of not doing so.

I am trying to get inspired to help my 3 year old twins make their Valentine's day cards for their class mates. Any ideas?

One of them said ' Momma I want to make a pretty hot for you and my fends'

So hearts for me and her friends. Her sister agrees.
Help......
Love, LD

[linda and laura Lilly cottage]

Hi Karin, I so enjoy reading your posts, I am glad you had a nice trippette and your News Years lists sounds oddly familiar....I like to approach them the same way i do Horoscopes...I read them after the event to see if they actually did happen!! Your Valentines are lovely and might I just add that I am so excited to see your 'room' in the previous post...now that is what a studio should look like..unlike your 'don't hate me post' way back when all was new....now I could quite happily dive into all your goodies and start creating....so if you do tidy up you might find me buried under some glitter etc, just dust me off and bring me coffee and I will be fine....kiss noises Linda Lilly Cottage.

[jen]

LOL! That there was some funny s**t! Loved the updated list. REALLY love the valentines.

[Beverly]

Karin, You are a gifted writer..takes real talent to pour humor into writing the way you do. Your posts always make me chuckle! Happy New Year! Beverly

[Xela]

These are all wonderful!

[Pam Aries]

I second those New Year's emotions. Shhhhhwww..I am trying to keep one of mine ..make art every day.! ...Ooooo... Yes, I was the happy ,lucky ,ecstatic recipient of 2 of those Valentines last year! They are hanging up right now , where I can view their beauty! You are a splendid artiste.Thank you from the bottom of my heART.

[Mary]

Hi Karin!
Love your list! I think I will start lists of things that I have already accomplished and cross them off the list too! I think it would be a motivational tool!
I love crossing things off but I have not been making any lists...thus I do not have to worry about non accomplishements...ahhh yaya sounds like a bad plan mary!
At least the "punch" you are hearing is not that of one flesh meeting the flesh of the siblings!
Hugs,
Mary

[Monicaa]

your list is too funny girl, I gave up on them along time ago!
Love the left over valentines, pretty pretty :)

[Natalea]

Oh I just love the Valentine's! So pretty! Good luck on your resolutions! When people ask me mine I say "to swear more this year" only because I know it will keep the questions down and that would actually be do-able! Ha! xo natalea

[Cindy Jones Lantier]

This year, I'm forgoing resolutions and adopting a word to represent 2008 for me. My word is "gratitude". I talk about the process and inspiration on my blog.

Thanks for stopping by Mixed Grill Favorites and commenting on my art. I really appreciate it. Love your Valentines.

[Jillian]

Great valentines! So pretty! And you are definitely one of the funniest bloggers out there...I've had you in my "pages I enjoy visiting" for awhile now...and next to it I typed "This Gal is Funny!"

Have you been getting more visitors since? :)

~ Jillian