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I have never been a big fan of using the word "resolution" at the start of a new year. I feel like doing so sets you up for failure. Last year, I simply wanted 2012 to be an awesome year. This year, however, I want to take charge of 2013 and make it one of the best years ever.

Therefore, here are my GOALS FOR 2013.

1. Work out a minimum of 3 days a week.

I belong to a gym and religiously attend a cardio class (BodyAttack) and a yoga class (BodyFlow) but I also need to start doing regular interval training and begin my training for the two half marathons I'm running this summer.

2. Be more conscious of what I put in my body.

I am a chocolate junkie. And a junk food junkie. This year, I want to make a concentrated effort to put good things in my body to help keep myself healthy.

3. Cook at home more (and get better at cooking).

I will confess that I will always go out to eat instead of cooking at home when given the choice. I want to cook at home more and find recipes that are healthy for myself and B. 

4. Grow this blog.

There are quite a few blogs that I read every day and over the past year, I've noticed different ways of advertising on the blogs I read. Some of the bloggers have turned their blogs into a revenue-producing business and while I admire that, I'm not sure if I want to take this blog that direction. Yes, it would be nice if something I loved doing provided some income, but with my starting nursing school I'm not sure I would be able to manage and maintain advertisers, etc. I do love doing giveaways, but I don't want to overdo it. I want to do a redesign as well; my fund for that is almost full!

5. Kick nursing school's ass.

No explanation needed.

6. Be happier.

I'm currently reading " The Happiness Project" and it has really inspired me to live a happier, more fulfilled life.

7. Spend more time with my husband.

B and I don't spend enough quality time together and I want this to change.

What are your goals for 2013?

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