It’s hard to believe its 2020, right? I like the sound and looks of it.
I’ve seen fun posts already relating to the title of this year.
“Welcome to the Roaring 20’s.”
“I’ve Got 20/20 Vision for the New Year.”
We’ll just have to remember to write down 2020. That will be the tricky part for a while.
Now, for a short post on what changes I’d like to see for myself for the upcoming year.
Before I move forward…
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What’s Really Important?
Well, my last day of the year in 2019, ended me in the hospital with a surprise surgery. I didn’t need my appendix anyway, right? I was back home on New Year’s Eve, but needless to say, it was an uneventful celebration. That’s okay, we never go out on that night and rarely make it to midnight, so no loss there.
My whole experience last week, put things in a different perspective and reminded me how much I’ve taken my days of “feeling well” for granted. We get busy, going through life, working at things that we think are just so important to get this done and that done. When I felt well enough to get back to my, somewhat normal routine, I found the things I was so fixated on before, didn’t bring me the same significance of importance. Have you ever had that feeling?
Family, friends, and doing the things you love and enjoy is really all that matters in the end. Sure, I work hard on my job every day, which I love! However, I will be looking at it in a whole new way, picking out what’s the most important thing to focus on and spend my time doing that. Again, that talk to self is, not everything has to be done in one day. More on that in a minute.
What’s to Come for 2020?
I’m not a fan of making resolutions, but a fan of thinking of things I would like to see happen more for myself and improving situations around me.
I do have a lot of things I’m looking forward to in 2020.
As I’ve said in many of my other posts, I’m Co-Writing a MG book with Cat Michaels. We are halfway there. Even though we still see lots of changes in the story from our first ideas, I feel like we are making it better than originally planned. Cat is awesome to work with and we are having a great time.
Also, as you know, I have a Picture Book that I would like to finish after our MG book. I’m looking at the end of 2020 for that to be done. This book is written so all I have to do is the fun part. Illustrating it. Again, I want to accomplish this with joy and not rush it. It’s a darling story.
Personal Projects
Since I’ve always loved crafts, I plan to emerge myself more in making crafty items, for personal use, and for family and friends. What better way for me to get away from the computer and take a break, right? I hope you will try this as well. It’s refreshing and clears your mind better more than anything I have found so far. Not a crafty person? How about photography? Pick up an music instrument and play a song? Plant a flower garden? Refinish a piece of furniture? There are unlimited ideas out there. Pinterest and YouTube are great places to start.
I believe, giving yourself permission to do something you enjoy makes your mind more clear and more focused.
Other Personal Project. Walking!
My husband gets on me all the time because I’ve slowed down with my walking habits. Again, it’s that thing about sitting at the computer thinking I have to get everything done in one day. I’ve clearly realized, that breaking tasks up into different parts of the day will be much healthier for me. This is especially hard for me when I’m illustrating a book. I literally can sit here all day, enthralled in all the tiny details. I love it so much, I never want to stop.
So, I hope to get back to our treadmill, even if it’s for short breaks every day. I’d rather walk outside, but I will have to wait for warmer days to come for that.
Do you have any special visions or plans for this New Year?
What goals do you have set for yourself? Write a note in the comment section, I’d love to hear from you.
Have a safe and happy 2020 with many blessings and good health.
Thanks for stopping by.
As always…Happy Reading!
Rosie
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What a crazy way to ring in the new year. Glad you are recovering well. You have a lot planned for 2020 and we share the same goals! Lol I knew we were friends for a reason. Happy 2020!
Hi Rebecca, yes, a crazy start, huh? I tease and say I’m just getting the hard stuff out of the way first.
I do believe we share kindred hearts in our goals, as well. I’m so thankful to call you my friend.
Have a wonderful 2020 and may you find fun in everything you do. 🙂
A scary end to your 2019, Rosie! Glad you got medical help right away and are feeling better.
I don’t make personal goals for the new year other than to be a better “me” than I was the year before😉. Admire those who do!
Hey, let’s virtual walk together! I plug in earbuds and listen to audiobooks when I walk, so I am super motivated
Hi Cat, thanks for much for your kind words.
I really need to get some audio books to listen to. I try to read books, but if the lighting is wrong, it drives me crazy, ha.
I’m with you on trying to make, “me” a better person. We sure have some great examples of wonderful friends to learn from each day. I’m so thankful for that.
Have an awesome 2020, Cat! 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing your life changing experience. We all need reminders of what is truly important in life and I was touched how this scary event affected you. We truly do take our health for granted sometimes. I am also addicted to writing and sometimes catch myself sitting for hours absorbed in my work without even getting up to stretch my legs. But I’m getting better at fitting in exercise most days and feel stronger for it. Can’t wait to see your new books. Wishing you all the best for this New Year!
Thanks so much, Julie. I’m glad to hear I’m not the only one. Sadly, it takes something to happen to us to get a clear head on what is really important after all. I don’t believe my inactivity caused my problem, as it might have happened anyway. Still the same, it’s a great reminder for me to get up and get moving.
I really enjoyed your new book and it has inspired me to eat better and look at healthier choices for life…not just for weight loss. I wanted to lose a few pounds after Christmas and I sure did. I would not recommend losing it like that, though. I’m sure I’ll get some of it back. I’m stocked up on what I call, “Super Foods” and hopefully good to go.
Thanks again, Julie. Wishing you the best for 2020!
2020 is going to be a very busy and exciting year for you! I cannot wait to see both of your new books. Here’s to the new year with good health and wishing you the best.
Hi Carmela, this past year has been a busy and exciting one for you, as well.
I wish you a wonderful 2020 to you and your sweet family.
Take care and have a wonderful weekend.
Thanks so much for stopping by. 🙂