Monday, January 6, 2014

New Years Resolutions

Looking back on my New Years resolutions for 2013  I would say I completed most of them fairly well.
Personally:
  • Run additional 5K's, ideally I would like to run one a month for the year. This was definitely accomplished. 42+ miles later, I feel happier, healthier, stronger and more determined to start what I accomplish. Who knows what 2014 will bring for me in terms of running but can't wait to get started. 
  • Pay off personal credit card debt. This was an up and down roller coaster this year especially with starting school in September. With much determination I am debt free starting 2014 off right.
  • Double my savings - once credit card debt is paid off and weddings are booked I hope to be adding more to my savings, something that is always on the list. This wasn't accomplished but I did manage to add to my savings account this year and plan to continue to do so more this year.
  • Volunteer - I have tried this many ways so this year I am trying something different. I managed to volunteer sporatically throughout the year between work and volunteering at the Brooklyn Marathon. I plan to continue this in 2014. 
  • Cook more meals at home/for friends - I feel like I don't do this enough so here's to dinner parties to come! Well I definitely cooked more at home this year due to school and with everything else going on I wasn't able to cook for friends like I wanted. Here's to making that happen this year.
Work:
  • Maintain a strong work ethic and dedication to my position and the department. I would say I definitely accomplished this year as I always put hard work and determination into my job and all that it entails.
  • Hopefully get promoted to a salaried position within the company. This didn't happen this year due to changes in management so this is definitely a goal for 2014.
  • Go back to school and get a degree that will further my opportunities in Environmental, Health and Safety. I started school again in September and if everything works out like I have planned I will hold a certificate in my hands June 2015.
Now what to do for 2014? Keep an eye out!