Happy 2009 and Goals from 2008

Resolutions that went right last year:


I spent more time at home, being available to my family and NOT running around to field trips (most of which we've already done in our 17 years of homeschooling). Busy-ness in co-ops was discontinued. It turned out to be exactly the right thing to do (isn't God's leading amazing? :-)

I read my Bible more. Not daily, as I had hoped, but definitely more and deeper. I also continued to study from my Spanish Bible, as well.

The journey to get rid of the plastics in our life is about 75% accomplished, so I will continue that endeavor into this New Year.

Getting rid of the "-Parabens" (and a few other nasty ingredients) in all personal grooming products, lotions, and make-up...or rather, discontinuing use of all products with "-parabens" in them.

We were also very successful at continuing our commitment to cook at home 98% of the time.

We planted a veggie garden last spring for the first time in years. It was a good year, and the tomatoes lasted into December of '08. I still have some small ones ripening in a bowl from the last harvest in mid-December!!

I reduced my consumption of coffee in 2008. I've been able to stay down to two cups a day.

Soy Chai lattes helped, but even those were enjoyed only once or twice a month.



My first New Year's Resolution for 2009:


~ Drink more herbal tea :-)

What are some reasonable, attainable goals you are aiming for in 2009?


Javamom

Ky's "New" Car and other weekend photos pt. 1

J bringing Ky's car to her, from Omaha

off to work in her very own car.

Ash and J

Jonathan had to return to Omaha early Sunday a.m., but his visit was important. Our oldest two are growing up! J will be 20 at the end of the year.



Someone else is enjoying my pears! More photos to come!