The list

The list- in no particular order
It's not a list of resolutions, I don't like them, because if I don't do them I am mean to myself and that's not pleasant. This is a 'things to do' list which I really enjoyed thinking about and I could probably add loads of things to, but it will do for now. Things I aspire to, or ways I want to be. 


(There are other players who have inspired me with their lists, you'll find them at Tinniegirls place by clicking on the link above)

1. look into peoples eyes when I am talking to them- not in a creepy way, just give my attention
2. go outside more often
3. put things back where they belong after I have finished with them (hmm, be tidier)
4. finish my sentences (I tend to drift off, forgetting that there is a listener involved who can't necessarily read my thoughts)
5. swim in the ocean. Swim anywhere, actually, but the ocean is always great.
6. walk 10km all in one go
7. ride the Beechworth- Bright rail trail with our friends.
8. read a book every month (at least), and stretch myself in my choices of book
9. make an effort to spend time with my friends
10. practice being in the present- be mindful- no need to drift off
11. do something creative everyday
12. make yoghurt instead of buying it
13. write (and don't forget to post)  letters regularly
14. have more hand made Christmas decorations than store bought
15. play with my children
16. cook with my children
17. listen to music- always enjoy it when I do, just forget to put it on
18. smile and laugh- a lot
19. take more photos (see number 3. give the camera a home so I can always find it!)
20. write a tutorial for my blog
21. make some collages
22. make mosaic steps for my garden
23. start a hexagon quilt
24. finish a rag rug
25. exercise at least three times a week
26. go to bed earlier and get up earlier
27. own less books at the end of the year than at the start of the year
28. use fresh herbs in my cooking
29. eat seasonally from the garden and don't whinge about having a hankering for broccoli or asparagus when it's not time!
30. grow tulips
31. sew some clothing for me
32. keep a 'thoughts to get back to' note book. And get back to them.
33. spend less time on the computer...
34. attend the newly initiated 'first Sunday book club' with Mr. Apple (it's only us two!)
35. Generally make time for, prioritise and nurture my close relationships
36. drink more water
37. do regular stretching or yoga
38. chuck stuff that I do not love or use out
39. keep a journal
40. take the children to the snow
41. go camping
42. spend some time in silence each day
43. eat when I am hungry, stop when I am full
44. be generous
45. contribute to my community
46. be brave

I am adding these to here because they like lists too!