Jan 01 2009
Goals for 2009
Let’s face it ladies, being a hot mama is not only a lot of work, it is also extremely expensive. I will be the first to confess that I went from being a hot mama BK (before Kennedy) to letting myself go after her birth. But, I’ve decided that I’m going to turn things around this year.
To demonstrate my devotion I went to the Medical Spa and purchased some SkinMedica and SkinCeuticals beauty items. OMG - I think I’m still in sticker shock! But, I’m at that stage in my life where it is probably cost effective to spend money on the items that I use on my face to help keep me looking younger rather than purchasing Botox and fillersJ Once I’ve had enough time to give them an honest report you will hear all about them.
In addition, I have also decided to change my dietary habits. I’m starting with the biggest one of them all - giving up my Mountain Dew. It started today which is really rough considering I didn’t get to bed till after 2 AML I will quickly confess that I am addicted to not only the caffeine but also the sugar. I read on my water bottle that a 12 oz. can of regular soda contains 10 tsp. of sugar - considering that I start my day with a 20 oz. bottle I am hopeful that I will quickly see the effects of my change. Rather than depriving myself completely, I am attempting to go without until Friday night, which is the new pizza, pop, and chips night. It will be my weekly reward for being good the other 6 days - plus I don’t have to cook (bonus!).
I would also like to begin an exercise routine but I’m starting with easy goals first so I can feel some success and then move forward with the others. Time management is a real issue for me with an exercise routine - once I get that figured out I’ll definitely get started.
My final goal for 2009 is to build back my emergency fund. Our family ended up having a number of medical expenses in 2008 which took the bulk of our savings. You’ll be hearing more about that with the continued segments on Mama’s on a Budget.
I hope you had a wonderful New Year’s! Whatever your goals are for the upcoming year I am confident you will be able to achieve them - just look at what you have done so far………truly amazing!
