Realistic Resolutions

I've never been one to make New Years resolutions in the past, they always seemed a tad presumptuous & often unachievable.. But this year, I've jumped right on that bandwagon & made quite the lengthy list of goals. Don't ask me why I had a change of heart, maybe it's because I've grown up a bit, or maybe it's because I've developed slight OCD since becoming a mum & lists excite me. Oh yeah. They really do. 

Regardless, I'm really enthused about what 2014 is going to bring, and looking forward to tackling most or all of my resolutions.

The goals I'll share are mostly personal goals, although Oli and I have a few together aswel, some I shall keep to myself.. 

Número Uno;

Be more patient. 

I am the WORST human when it comes to this, whether its waiting for Oli to do something like the dishes, waiting at traffic lights, waiting for Blake to eat... It just always seems like an impossibly slow process & I get way too worked up way too fast. It's something I really want to work on & hopefully I'll see things from a different perspective instead of wanting everything NOW NOW NOW!! 

Two;

2014 is my year to become 'one' with the kitchen. I want to get creative as hell in there & try some crazy recipes, hopefully some turn out edible... 

Three;

Cutting out social media. This is not only a goal, it's a necessity. Waking up & checking Facebook and Instagram each day is utterly ludicrous. I'm so off it. So technology free Tuesdays are being imposed (incl TV), and I'm just going to stop mindlessly scrolling through feeds of bullshit in general. Procrastination should at least be spent on Pinterest or my kindle.

Four;

This is a biggy, making time for me. I know it may sound ridiculous considering I'm about to have another human who needs 24/7 care & that is generally the time you give yourself totally over to motherhood. But I think it is incredibly important to take time out, whether it be 5 mins to listen to a song that I love, or an hr in the bath with my book- it really does make the world of difference & I definitely did not do this enough in 2013. Neglecting myself caused such a negative impact on my mind- sometimes you just gotta put number one first.

Any babysitters on offer? Two for one deal. 

Five;

This is one I've talked about many times, but this year I am implementing sugar free Tues & Thursdays for good. Ill be fine after the first month... Or two. Seriously though, eating that stuff every day is completely unnecessary & I certainly don't want Blake thinking its normal either. (I've just had my first day today by the way- success!)

Six;

I'm not actually sure when this trip up the aisle will be but I am sure I want to look absolutely banging when I do. How cliche right? I think it's valid. Every girl wants to look their best on their big day! This is a vague goal though as it goes hand in hand with my other fitness goals which are; 

-complete a half marathon

-do yoga once a week

-start dance classes

I'm so amped to start up dance again, I've already sorted a studio & dates, now I just hope I still have the motivation come June!! (Please be a good sleeper wee one)

Seven;

Haha this picture is so random. But also valid. We want to have a successful homebirth- preferably not outside with the sheep though. This is one that's important for both of us- so Olis going to have to start practising his positive affirmations soon! "You're amazing Gemma, you're in control of this, not long til you meet him!" Etc etc. I will lap that up.

Eight;

Have a date night at least once a month. This doesn't mean we have to go out & spend truckloads of money, we just want to light a few candles, cook some dinner, turn off the telly & get lost in each others eyes.. Something like that. Got to keep that flame burning!

Nine;

Make a green smoothie every weekday (provided we are at home). These babies are so bloody good for you & Blake slurps them back at the speed of light so why not aim to make it a daily thing? 

Ten;

Read. Just as much as humanly possible. I realise 2014 is going to be insanely hectic & I'll probably have to put my kindle away for a couple of months but as soon as we establish some sort of routine I want to read my little heart out. Nothing makes me happier than a good book. This should actually fall into my "me time" category but I feel like its so special to me it should have its own part.  

And finally, Eleven;

We should reeeeeaaaaalllllyyyy get onto this, so sorting out a wedding is on the cards. I was initially so excited after venue hunting in Bali but that's kind of worn off already. Once we have this baby, and I can fit into dresses again I'm sure things will kick off again. It's seems so daunting?!! I kind of just wish someone would wave a magic wand & we could all be dressed & in Bali celebrating and dancing the night away...  But it turns out magic isn't real so we'll just have to do it ourselves (myself most likely). 

And that's a wrap!!

Anyone else have any goals they'd like to share? Would love to hear them :)

Meanwhile I need to go & have a piece of toast as my sweet tooth is severely dissatisfied and crying out for something to void the gap!

Gemma