I have a lot of hope for 2011. Both Mike and I will be starting new careers and we'll be moving. These are two huge things for us and I can't wait for them to finally happen. I haven't felt this optimistic about our future in a very long time.
In 2011, I also hope to change myself too. I want to lose some weight. Hopefully 20 to 30 pounds. I know it sounds strange, but I really expect to lose weight once we move. I think that once we're in our own place, I'll want to spend more time in the kitchen preparing healthier meals. Right now, I cook food that's quick. Mostly unhealthy frozen meals that can be cooked quickly so that I can just get the heck out of the kitchen. Being in our own place will allow me to exercise more often too because I'll have the privacy I need to do so.
Another big change for me on the horizon is my attitude. I know that in the last couple of years I've become someone that I don't want to be. I'm angry a lot, I'm very cynical, and I just don't think I'm a pleasure to be around. Sometimes I wonder how Mike can stand me. I know exactly what's causing it... living where we do. It's a very stressful environment for me to live in and that stress is manifesting itself into anger. Right now, even the thought of moving makes me feel a little lighter.
I used to have some quote taped to my desk at work about letting stuff go. It was just something I copied from one of those inspirational posters that was in our conference room. But whenever I read it, it calmed me down and made my stress go away. I wish I could remember what it said.
Just typing this out has made me realize how much of the negativity I have is tied to living here. I attribute my attitude and even my weight to it. But it's true that it's taking it's toll. I look forward to next year when we can finally move and start fresh. My goal for moving is July 1st. It's going to be the big event in our lives in 2011!
Where will you be moving to? Do you guys live with someone else? Moving is so refreshing. I really enjoyed purging and starting over when we moved to Austin. Plus you know you can always gripe to me whenever you want to and I'll always have a listening ear! XO
ReplyDeleteWe're temporarily living with Mike's mom. We originally moved in to save up a bunch of money to buy a house, but then lost our jobs. So we've been here a bit longer than planned. But I can't wait to get back out on our own. I'm really excited about moving. We'll be staying in Milwaukee at least for a couple years, then hopefully we we'll move somewhere warmer!
ReplyDeleteThat's huge!! I'm excited for you guys! What are the new careers?
ReplyDeleteWe're both getting into phlebotomy. I originally chose it because the schooling is short- only a year. It's a far cry from interior design, but it'll make due. At least until the economy turns around. Mike got into it because of the same reason. But after a few years of working, he may go back to school part-time to advance to certified lab tech. I'm undecided on going back to school after this. So far, I've spent more than five years in college. Shouldn't I be close to a Master's by now?!?
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