a new day

now that it is the end of the first month of the first year of the new decade, I have decided to start my blogging adverture anew. my year has started off slowly but sweetly. and my new 'resolution' has been to get into shape. even as I say that, I see the word takes on dimension.

first. physical. I look in the mirror and see a middle-age (I like to think) woman. not overweight, but not as trim as I'd like. so I have started walking. alone when I have to, but best shared with with a dear friend. I am in love with walking. whether keeping step with chit-chat or music from my ipod, the 3 to 5 mile trip passes quickly. and to complement the trek, today I bought a variety of dvd's to add a 'work-out' to my repertoire. dance. pilates. or (dare I even think it) shred (even the word makes me sore). here's to losing 25 pounds.

second. mental. I have a husband whom I adore. children I love dearly. friends I cherish. a job I enjoy immensely. a life of joy. I am happy. but that contentment presents a challenge to set personal goals and grow. to continue with my attempt to learn French. to cook more. to garden even more. here's to teaching an old dog new tricks.

third. spiritual. I know He hears me and believes in me wherever I am. whenever I talk with Him. however I ask Him to grant me patience (and others patience with me), kindness, strength, forgiveness. in this new year, I am looking for a new path. I volunteer, but I would like to make a positive impact. this is an on-going project ... a self-fulfilling mission. here's to finding my way.

other aspiring thoughts, floating like bubbles, take form. be more positive. don't be afraid to try. share. care. take time. laugh more. love more. here's to a happy beginning.