anticipation

I love the start of a new year.

As a homeschool mom, I feel like I get the chance to start fresh twice each year. The start of a new school year is a great fresh start with chores, studies, the house, etc....

But the start of a new calendar year seems like a more personal fresh start.

So full of hope and promise. So many things I'd like to start, finish, try, learn, read, clean and organize, and accomplish this year.

I REALLY want to learn to knit. Scarves and socks. And eventually a ripple afghan.
We have a new yarn store here in town, so I am really excited about this one!
I'm thinking about going back to school. I need to figure out Photoshop. I'd like to get a passport and go visit my Aunt Tammy and family in England/Wales. I'd love to travel to visit with friends and family. I want to scale back and simplify. I'd like to live the Debt Proof Living way. I want to be consistent with my daily fabulous 5: Scripture study, prayer, exercise, healthy eating and 8 hours of sleep. I will concentrate on living more purposefully: eliminating criticism, complaint and gossip from my daily life. I will be more grateful. I don't really like the term New Year's Resolution. I like the word intentions better.
And I have already begun. I am currently cleaning and de-cluttering. Getting rid of a ton of crap. Hoping that will lighten my load for the other things that I want to accomplish. It does seem a bit insurmountable right now, but I'm going to work really hard to see it through this time.
You can help by asking to go upstairs when you stop by ;)

So what are you going to accomplish this year? What do love the most about a new year? If there is any way that we can help each other, please let me know.
Have a very safe and Happy New Year's Eve everyone!

*OH........My intention for all of you lurkers is for you to sign up for a google account so that you can start leaving comments on my blog. Then you can cheer me on in my efforts of living out my intentions for 2009. You can do it! And I would love it!