Happy New Year!

A few of the thoughts I'll be carrying into 2012 with me.........When in doubt, just take the next small step. It's OK to get angry with God - he can take it. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile. Don't compare your life to others - you have no idea what their journey is all about. Take a deep breath- it calms the mind. Go after what you love in life and don't take no for an answer. Take time to play. Laugh and live loudly. Believe in miracles. Learn something new. You are never fully dressed without a smile.  The best is yet to come...

And a few more thoughts (that didn’t fit into my Facebook status…ha!)

I will stop collecting water bottles on my bedside table.  I will sit and be still and listen intently with my Son for at least 30 minutes after his school day.  I will try and learn the “joy of quiet” by turning off all the screens in my life every Sunday afternoon (for at least the month of January!)    I will remember the expression “worry is worship to the wrong God.”   I will spend time with people who accept me unconditionally.  I will take baby steps in the right direction.  I will give myself a break. I will take risks and get back up if I fall.  I will practice more yoga.  I will use my Bluetooth in the car instead of holding my cell phone while driving.   I will break a few rules.   I will remember that one person can make a difference.

Some things I’m looking forward to in 2012…

Dress 4 Yellow.  The Lorax.  A good, surprise phone call.  That moment when I realize spring has arrived.  New York.  The last day of school.  My mom’s 65^th birthday.  An evening with good friends.  The excitement of the tooth fairy’s first visit.  The kiss that takes my breath away.  Wearing my new dress.  A moment of pure inspiration.   The beach.   Paris.   Switching to my summer shoes.  Any sale at Neiman Marcus.  Making a new friend.  

Wishing each of you a 2012 when you will use your 17 smiling muscles a lot more than your 47 frowning muscles!