12 Resolutions for 2012

Every year a lot of us make New Years Resolutions, and I hear so many people say that they just can't hold on to those resolutions. I ask, why? I believe you are responsible to follow through on your resolutions, and I believe you should aim to make those come true. I think it's important to face reality, and understand that some obstacles may jump out at us, and we must be prepared to face them head on, and not let them stop us from reaching our goals. Here's a list of some of the things I'd like to 'resolve' this 2012, and I'll add to the list 'why' they may not happen, and on my third list, I'll write 'how' I can make it happen.
There are 12 resolutions that I know I can make happen in the 12 months of 2012! 

In 2012, I Resolve to:
1. Get myself to Los Angeles, California hell or high water; rich, poor, whatever the cost. This dream of mine is 20 years old. Making this a reality is way over-due. I've decided to stop waiting for the perfect moment, and stopped waiting for friends to go with me.
 - Why this might not happen: I am scared to predict what could go wrong that would stop me. I'm only thinking positive thoughts. My question is: Why shouldn't this happen? Why not me?
 - How I can make it happen: To save my money, set a date, book my flight, and hotel early. To not think too much about it, not plan too much, and not worry so much about making it there. To just, 'simply do it!' Also, I've decided that I am not going to visit far away places such as: Canada, NH, Boston, New York, Maine or any other North Eastern state until I visit California. I guess that should be incentive enough.

2. To finish, and publish my book.
- Why this might not happen: I tend to edit it too much, and it's never perfect enough. I over read, over analyze, and over criticize.
- How to make this work: Ask an experienced friend for help. To not be afraid to spend a little bit of money to have it edited.

3. To find a paying writing freelance job or two.
- Why this might not happen: It's very specific, and it's very competitive out there.
- How I can make this happen: To keep applying. To apply in places beyond Charlotte; and maybe beyond NASCAR. Try Fitness sites, magazines.

4. To be a part of media at more than one track.
- Why this might not happen: It can get expensive.
- How I can make this happen: be prepared; plan ahead. Mark my calender.

5. To exercise regularly in weight lifting, running, and yoga. To train others.
- Why this might not happen: There is no reason why it shouldn't. I hope, God forbid that I (do not) injure myself or I fall seriously ill. My back aches may get worse, those three mentions are the only acceptable reasons.
- How I can make this happen: To keep doing what I've been doing. To keep a written schedule. To keep posting video's on my blog (here or on Skirts and Scuffs). To keep my diet in top shape. To keep my ipod updated with motivating music. To keep up with sports messages, and regular doctor visits, especially for my back.

6. To not allow negative people in my life.
- Why this may not happen: Negative people are everywhere, and you sometimes don't know one until you get to know them better.
-How to make this happen: If and when I do meet negative people, ignore them, and not allow them to close in my life.


7. To eat healthier, non-processed foods.
-Why this might not happen:  There is no reason why this can't happen, but I love pizza, lasagna, cheese, and breads.
- How I can make this happen: find substitutes for the above mentioned foods. To limit myself, and keep track of what I do eat, so I can afford to have a pizza, or a slice of lasagna once in awhile.
I am healthy and I work everyday to eat healthy every-day!!!! IN PROCESS

8. To re-design my blog, to build a nice web page.
- Why this might not happen: I don't see why it shouldn't happen.
- How I can make this happen: Set aside a day/night to research pages, to invest a little bit of money, and to have a clear picture as to what I want, and how I'll build it.
IN PROCESS

9. To forget the past; forgive the bad.  To live in peace.
  - Why this may not happen: There's no reason why this shouldn't happen.
 -  How to make it happen: Focus!

10. To de-clutter my house, and life. To get rid of all the unnecessary junk. 
- Why this may not happen: There's no reason this should not happen.
-How to make this happen: Put things away, throw things away, right away!


11. To live with God in my heart, to put him first, and to aim to be the best Christian I can be.
- Why this might not happen: No reasons why it should not happen.
- How I can make this happen: to keep my Bible near my bedside. Make friends with those who believe.
IN PROCESS....

12. To mediate, to attend a yoga retreat.
- Why this might not happen: A yoga retreat is very expensive.
- How I can make this happen: 1. Find a place near Charlotte; 2. Add a one day retreat in my 'things to do in LA,' list. 3. Find a retreat in NH, near my parents home.