Annual Transitions- 2010!

There is a sense of renewal with each passing New Year's Eve. A sense of re-birth, purity, rejuvenation... at least I think so. I feel re-freshed... at least I would if I weren't 8 months pregnant. So I'm pretending I'm not, for the moment, and going with this momentum of energy. I've debated whether or not I wanted to post my goals for 2010- I've decided to because I'm hoping it will hold me a bit more accountable- I also hope that by having people know my goals and watching me work (and struggle) toward them, it might encourage each of you to set and achieve your own resolutions as well.
Bring on 2010~

Personal Goals -
*First and foremost, I want to continue to grow in my relationship with the Lord. I'm shooting for 20 minutes of alone time with God each day.
*Be a better wife to my husband and mommy to my children. Exercise my patience... I think I still have some.
*Start a much healthier food and exercise regimen for me and my family.
*Recycle and Re-use as much as possible. Take on a sense of frugality. I am very much a consumers dream- I will purchase multiple products that I already have at home because I don't take the time to look for them.
*Garden and compost- Obviously this will start in the spring- I want to bring healthier foods to the table that me and my children have grown.
*Un-plug more... I spend more time than I should on the computer and facebook.

Financial Goals -
*Formulate and execute a strict plan to eliminate our current debt- We're starting Dave Ramsey's Total Money Makeover/Financial Peace.
*Save $1000 in 45 days! This will be a struggle- but doable.
*Conquer the coupons and deals at our stores- even if it means multiple trips. (shop less for groceries)
*Set and stick to a new monthly budget, including grocery shopping.
*Set back at least three months' worth of expenses in a separate savings account.
*Stick to our commitments at church.

So... there it is. Sounds lofty- but I can do it. I plan on referring back to this post when I've lost my momentum. A good friend recently said to me "make this an adventure for your family, see how much you can accomplish, and when you're tempted to spend frivolously think about God sitting next to you and asking if you really need this or that (McDonalds, new toy, evening out to eat)." Sounds crazy, but it works. So to you my family and friends I ask that you pray we are able to accomplish our goals. My prayer for you is that you have health, love, friendship and a relationship with God like never before. He will move mountains.
To a Joyous 2010~
G