This year in Relief Society we had a lesson based on Deiter F Uchtdorf message untitled "Of Regrets and Resolutions." I saw things that need to improve on. I don't have regrets and I would like to keep it that way so actions must be taken.
I belong in the Y generation, the generation of technology. Technology is wonderful, I love it, I use it all the time. Too often at times. I have seen lots of jokes about people and communication. Example: being with friends and everyone is on their phone, people texting those they are right next to, etc. Maybe I will find some and show you what I mean.
This is a problem. I am not the worst at this but I definitely check my phone while having a conversation with a person right beside me. Did my phone beep or buzz, no I was just checking. 2013 I will be leaving my phone in my purse more often. People will still be able to contact me but I will not put my phone on the table when I am out with friends. My priority will be those I am with not recent Facebook updates or other non important updates I have been checking as soon as I receive them.
Busyness. Often I find myself multitasking and working quickly to get things done. Is it wrong to be involved in many different things. I don't think so but I have procrastinated to get things done and pushed other things out of the way. This year I am not going to stop my involvement in various activities but I will be proactive about the things that I need to get done. Being a new mom I must relearn how to manage my time to prepare and accomplish the things I wish to do. I am still planning on using to do lists and my calendars but I am going to plan further ahead.
While I was in a work environment I learned skills that I am going to apply. First off I am going to get up in the morning at a regular time and get some things done before Bee wakes up. Maybe even exercise (not my resolution but a good idea). I have been sleeping until Bee is hungry but as a result my morning becomes rushed and suddenly it is gone almost before I have gotten breakfast.
I attained skills at planning a month in advance. The activities, scheduling multiple events and accomplishing tasks. I am going to do the same with my personal life and responsibilities. Bee does not yet have a schedule and I realize that as a mom he is my priority. I am going to keep it that way. In order for me to be the mom I want to be and the individual I am striving to be I will have to allot more time for various tasks. Being prepared will allow me the opportunity to be more flexible with my time. I will be able to serve those around me without sacrificing my goals. I will keep you updated on how this goes and any tricks I attempt and hopefully get the kinks out of.
Jason and I own our own business and during my maternity leave I will be exploring avenues that I am not made a priority yet. I loved my job but I love my son more. I know that if I trust The Lord and do the necessary work I can build a solid foundation for income and will be able to choose whether to stay home with Bee or return to work. Not many have that option but we can make that happen. I will post regarding what exactly I will be pursuing later on.
I will also use my time in the morning to study my scriptures more. I need to improve my knowledge and understanding so that I will be able to teach Bee better. The world is scary and not improving, I need to be able to prepare him for the trials he will be facing. It is a daunting task but I know I can do it. I wouldn't have been blest with my beautiful son if I was unable to fulfill my responsibility as a mom. Whoa!!! Just a little nervous but I can do anything I put my heart and mind too.
Sorry for the long post.
Here are some New Years pictures as a reward for making it to the end. Lol.
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