Making this a tradition. Hilarious!

How funny is it that I last posted on my other blog exactly one year ago today?  Actually, it's pretty pathetic.  I guess I need to make getting my feelings out more of a priority.  


I considered starting this blog with a recap of the last year but, decided that isn't what I want to do, at least not right now.  For  now, I want to look forward to the coming months and experiences.  This year is guaranteed to be another full and exciting time for me and my family!


I started off the New Year setting a few goals for myself.  In no particular order of importance they are:


-get organized
-start my official conversion to Judaism
-go to bed earlier


Nothing too major really, save for the conversion.  Sadly, I really have no idea where to start.  Overall, the goal is to be closer to G*d but, after praying about it, my heart told me that I need to be more connected to Israel and the Torah.  In my mind, being a part of the community at Temple will be a step in that direction.  Also, it will help me to have a time and a place to expose the boys to Judaism.  This is going to be quite a process and it will take much time and prayer.  I look forward to the spiritual growth that I am sure to experience in the coming months.


I NEED organization.  NOW.  Having 3 young boys and being alone most days (and nights) of the week, I have A LOT of responsibilities that fall solely on my shoulders.  I crave routine and stability.  I have to break the bad habits of procrastination and hoarding (yes, I may end up as one of those crazy old people about to be buried under papers in my home).  At least I can see the tendency and I am prepared to hit it head on, if I can find the time.


I say that I want to go to bed earlier and I do, some times.  Honestly, the time after the kids go to bed is HEAVEN.  Going to bed early just cuts into the little bit of time that I get each day to be, well, ME.  It's my time to finish things I didn't get done, Facebook, read, watch TV, hang out with my hubby.  It is necessary for me to maintain my sanity through out the day.  If I can have some down time and clear my head then I can handle a bit of tiredness the next day.  The bad thing is that it does tend to catch up to me and eventually I need a chance to try to catch up in the sleep department.


So that is it.  I am starting off 2011 with a positive attitude and realistic(ish) goals.  I can do it, I know I can.  I just have to set my mind to it and make the list of priorities.  Hopefully, it won't be another year before I post again on this blog either. :)