New Year, New Me

I'm going to join the rest of the crowd and say, "Where did 2011 go?!"

It seems odd (and a little ridiculous!) to say this, but when I look back over the past year, nothing is really popping out at me. Some of the highlights of 2011:

• We moved 3 times
• I graduated from college
• I completed my first warrior dash
• I celebrated 5 years with the BF

Now that the year has come to an end, its time to look forward to the coming year. There is a crazy amount of debate in the blog world on whether or not to make new year's resolutions. Some people find it motivating while others think they are completely ridiculous. Personally, I like having something to shoot for. Even though I haven't had the greatest track record with goals, this year I believe I can be different. I have hope, and for me that's good enough.

Now to the list! In my earlier post thoughts on the new year, I mentioned the four categories that I wanted to focus on this year. Under each category, I have a few keys things to focus on.

• Personal

1. Cut back on alcohol
2. Read 24 books this year
3. Take 15 minutes of quiet time a day for reflection

• Professional

1. Build an awesome resume
2. Pursue new paths for advancement

• Physical

1. Run my first marathon
2. Complete my first triathlon
3. PR in the 5K distance

• Financial

1. Pay off one credit card
2. Save $600 dollars
3. Build a budget and stick with it

Some of these goals already have plans in place and some don't. I am so excited to see what 2012 has in store for me. This is going to be my best year yet!

Are you setting resolutions? What do you hope to accomplish?