We thought it would be completely cute (or completely dorky) to dress up in plaid. You decide. Our first family photo for 2010. We wish everyone a great and happy 2010.
Now, some reflections. I can’t believe it’s already 2010. I remember when I was in the third grade, finding it difficult to transition from saying 1989 to 1990. Now to think we are in another new decade. It’s just amazing how time flies and how quickly we age. So I want to take this time to reflect what I have accomplished or not accomplished in 2009 and set new goals for 2010.
Things accomplished in 2009:
Quit my job and got a new job
It was one of the most difficult decisions to quit my old job of four years. After two years there, I knew I had to move on, but the comfort of the routine and the steady paychecks kept me from taking the leap for another two years. Once I finally did, it was the best decision I have ever made.
Started my online store
Yes, I finally opened my online store in mid 2009 with the help of my wonderful husband. However, I shut it down after three months because I didn’t feel confident in the merchandise I was selling and did not want to carry the operating and marketing costs. Until those are accomplished, my online store will remain offline. Was it a completely waste of time? Absolutely not. My husband and I learned so much about setting up an online store. Also, my store and all the programming that we done is still intact. Once I can secure new vendors and merchandise, it will be breeze to go live again.
Saved enough to buy a new home
We have been proactively saving to build up our “new home” fund, and are proud to say we have put in an offer for our dream home. Hopefully in 2010, we will hear word that our offer is accepted. Fingers are crossed.
Settled into the routine of a mother
I hate to admit it but motherhood did not come easy for me. The lack of sleep and everything that comes with caring for a baby hit me like a ton of bricks. I had to adapt to being patient (something I can definitely say I did not have), adjusting priorities (long gone were the days of having quiet time to watch Friends re-runs), and getting through the day on very minimal sleep. After a few rough months and a lot of help from my wonderful husband and mother-in-law, I finally got into the routine. No more complaining, just doing.
Goals for 2010:
Move into a new home
Re-launch my online store
Visit Vietnam
Invest
Get some killer abs
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