Last year I received this email from a friend and it as a great reflection piece. I think I will do it again. It's interesting to re-read some of the things I wrote last year compared to my feelings and views from this year. I find it fascinating how we can really change so much in a year.
Remembering 2009, Celebrating 2010
DAVID'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
from David Allen - Productivity guru
WHAT HAVE YOU DONE LATELY?
I mean, what have you actually finished, completed, and accomplished? If you haven't made a list in the last year, I would highly recommend that you take a few minutes and capture that.
It has always intrigued me how much a less-than-conscious part of me can still have energy wrapped up around activities and projects, until I acknowledge that they're done, to myself. Kathryn and I have made an annual exercise, at year-end, of making the list of major completions and accomplishments. We've even been saving that list in a Lotus Notes database for the last few years. It's really quite a healthy, cleansing completion in itself. It includes everything that we can think of—from projects like launching a new product, to adding new staff, to trees planted, to new places visited, to family deaths handled, to old business completed, to new skills and tricks learned.
I've noticed that there is likely some resistance to doing that process as well. I had an attorney (client) recently say in all sincerity that it was quite scary initially to go through the workflow coaching process with me, precisely because he was afraid to declare some of his projects "done"! (I mean, what if they weren't perfect yet?!)
I suggest you give yourself a treat and review the year that just past and look forward to the year ahead.
"Celebrate any progress. Don't wait to get perfect."
-Ann McGee Cooper
DAVID'S COACHING TIPS
For those of you who want more form and structure, here are some questions that can guide you in your 2009 review and 2010 goal setting. When I go through these kinds of questions I like to consider my answers in several areas:
Physical
Emotional
Mental
Spiritual
Financial
Family
Community Service
Fun / creativity / recreation
COMPLETING AND REMEMBERING 2010
Review the list of all completed projects
What was your biggest triumph in 2010? I joined a networking group to improve my business, ran a few marathons, did my first sprint triathlon, made some great friends and took a trip to Australia.
What was the smartest decision you made in 2010? joining the business networking group, to increase revenue and networking skills for my business.
What one word best sums up and describes your 2010 experience? adventure!
What was the greatest lesson you learned in 2010? I really have learned to accept the financial component of my life. I don't have as much money as I would like, but I am responsible and am happy with what I have. I am comfortable.
What was the most loving service you performed in 2010? Honestly, I am ashamed to admit that I hardly did any service this last year. Other than photographing events and weddings for people or organizations that couldn't have afforded my services otherwise. A new goal for 2011 would be to pursue more service activities.
What is your biggest piece of unfinished business in 2010? Even though I think I did well with getting more business this last year, I really need to market myself a little bit better. I think this year I will focus on a consistent email campaign.
What are you most happy about completing in 2010? I decided to registered for a half ironman, even though I haven't completed the event, I decided to register and now have the confidence to compete. On the other hand, I really don't feel like I fully completed anything from last year. Most of my projects are going to continue for years.
Who were the three people that had the greatest impact on your life in 2010? In general, I'd say coworkers, roommates and friends and family. At this particular moment, I can't really be specific with three.
What was the biggest risk you took in 2010? Starting to pay for things for myself. A business coach, a new website for my business. Doing things to really grow myself.
What was the biggest surprise in 2010? The best surprise, that wasn't even really a surprise was the opportunity to visit my friend, Jane in Australia.
What important relationship improved the most in 2010? I've had improved relationships with friends mostly.
What compliment would you liked to have given in 2010? In general, I feel like I could have given more compliments to everyone.
What else do you need to do or say to be complete with 2010? Show my appreciation for my job, business, and all my friends and family.
CREATING 2011: THE NEW YEAR
What would you like to be your biggest triumph in 2011? Pay off my loans, have a more profitable business, and cherish time with friends and family. Don't want to forget about the half ironman in July :)
What advice would you like to give yourself in 2011? Be smart financially try to remember the little things count. I also want to include, that take a few more risks... don't sit at home and sulk or because it's part of your routine now. Get out there!
What is the major effort you are planning to improve your financial results in 2011? pay off debt and aggressive save. I finally established a small emergency fund this last year (a few times) and feel good about that accomplishment. Now I just need to continually putting money away.
What would you be most happy about completing in 2010? paying off my student loan and losing 10 pounds :) (have to throw that in there somewhere)
What major indulgence are you willing to experience in 2011? Last year I was fortunate to travel to Australia, I don't think I will be able to afford a trip aboard this year. I will be going to Sonoma for the half ironman with Jess for a week, that will be an indulgence. I want to take a few more weekend getaways this year to local areas in CA.
What would you most like to change about yourself in 2011? Try harder to have empathy for others and have a positive, optimistic attitude
What are you looking forward to learning in 2011? I am looking forward to continuing my education in leadership and also increasing my skills at photography for my job. I am also working towards putting more time into my business... and increasing some of my skills in other areas at my full time employment.
What do you think your biggest risk will be in 2011? investing more in my business
What about your work, are you most committed to changing and improving in 2011? I am committed to being indispensable. I want to try to improve my efficiency and start to take on more tasks, but in a smart way.
What is one as yet undeveloped talent you are willing to explore in 2011? I would really like to feel great while running. Either accepting my current pace or being able to really feel great while doing it. This will require me to get more fit.
What brings you the most joy and how are you going to do or have more of that in 2011? running, photography and creating and maintaining my relationships with people.
Who or what, other than yourself, are you most committed to loving and serving in 2011? Possibly a relationship? More likely friends and family.
What one word would you like to have as your theme in 2011? Hard work and positive attitude = a fun adventure with many rewards!
Friday, December 31, 2010
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Oz: Springbrook Natl Park, Camping, Currumbin, Surfers Paradise
We got off to a bit of a late start on Thursday to get to Springbrook National Park in Queensland. Once we got there though it was one adventure after another. We ended up getting there a little late and much to our surprise everything closes at dark there, luckily we found an open cafe and stopped in to chat with a local guy who runs the place. So far, I will be sincere and say that everyone has been exceedingly kind here. Sean (the cafe owner) rang a few of his friends in the area with accommodations, and luckily we found one place that still had some vacancy - Rosella's B&B.
Once we woke up in the morning we were literally IN the national park. Walked across the street to the entrance and started our journey (which unexpectedly ended up being a 17km hike!). We ran into so many beautiful waterfalls and so much natural beauty.
Once we ended our hike we headed down the mountain to a town called Kirra Beach, which had a camping ground with cabins. They were very nice and we cooked our kangaroo meat there and had a nice dinner. We were pretty tired so we hit the sack early that evening.
The following day we made our trek to Surfer's Paradise. I think I'll nickname it Backpackers Paradise. It's a nice city, but full of hostels and lots of evening festivities. Jane and I took part in the festivities by booking a pub crawl and getting to tour the town that way for the evening. Ended up being a great evening, but left me the next day not feeling so hot. Hence the nap on the beach :)
After my beach nap, we headed to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and saw an abundant of Australia's indigenous species-- Koala's, Tasmanian Devils, and Roos. I had no idea that I've actually be able to pet a kangaroo, so that was a nice treat! The wildlife sanctuary has several "shows" through out the day, but one of the best is the feeding of the Lorikeets at 8am and 4pm. These colorful birds flock to the sanctuary at this time (because they aren't actually living in the sanctuary, so they come to get fed) and are very used to humans.
Once we woke up in the morning we were literally IN the national park. Walked across the street to the entrance and started our journey (which unexpectedly ended up being a 17km hike!). We ran into so many beautiful waterfalls and so much natural beauty.
Once we ended our hike we headed down the mountain to a town called Kirra Beach, which had a camping ground with cabins. They were very nice and we cooked our kangaroo meat there and had a nice dinner. We were pretty tired so we hit the sack early that evening.
The following day we made our trek to Surfer's Paradise. I think I'll nickname it Backpackers Paradise. It's a nice city, but full of hostels and lots of evening festivities. Jane and I took part in the festivities by booking a pub crawl and getting to tour the town that way for the evening. Ended up being a great evening, but left me the next day not feeling so hot. Hence the nap on the beach :)
After my beach nap, we headed to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and saw an abundant of Australia's indigenous species-- Koala's, Tasmanian Devils, and Roos. I had no idea that I've actually be able to pet a kangaroo, so that was a nice treat! The wildlife sanctuary has several "shows" through out the day, but one of the best is the feeding of the Lorikeets at 8am and 4pm. These colorful birds flock to the sanctuary at this time (because they aren't actually living in the sanctuary, so they come to get fed) and are very used to humans.
Oz: Koala Hospital & Byron Bay
Jane and I started the day by visiting the local Koala Hospital on her campus. Let me tell you that the Koala is not a bear! It's a marsupial and please don't mistake it for any sort of a bear :) The Koala is a very protected animal in Australia. Unfortunately the hospital gets about 700 calls a year and nurses about 300 back to health every year. Most that come to the hospital either come because of a dog attack or were hit by a car. The interesting part about Koalas though is that they get many of the same diseases that humans do-- AIDS and other STDs. We are planning to travel to the Curriumbin Wildlife Sanctuary later this week, so I'll get some photos of Koala's there!
Another different thing about Aussie culture is their love for pies. Their pie is not a fruit pie, however. They have many types, but the classic is the meat pie. It reminds me of a pot pie, but it's fresh and homemade and you can get them everywhere! We also splurged on a apple & blueberry pie with ice cream - yum!
Following our pie and Koala excursion we hopped in our trusty Holden and cruised up to Byron Bay, which turned out to be a beautiful beach area with a lighthouse. Jane's friend, Elliot joined us. He's from China and is studying at Southern Cross University for a year or so. While in Byron Bay, we ran into a aspiring Dutch author who is backpacking here for a year. Australia has a very large backpacking community. Seems there are hostels in so many locations, it's a very accommodating country for backpackers.
As you can see from the photos, the lighthouse is beautiful. It sits on the most Easterly point of Australia. We were scanning the ocean for whales and other ocean life, luckily we did get to see a few whales breaching.
To end the evening, we headed to a pub in Lismore to play games with some of Jane's Aussie friends. Turned out to be a very wonderful day!
Another different thing about Aussie culture is their love for pies. Their pie is not a fruit pie, however. They have many types, but the classic is the meat pie. It reminds me of a pot pie, but it's fresh and homemade and you can get them everywhere! We also splurged on a apple & blueberry pie with ice cream - yum!
Following our pie and Koala excursion we hopped in our trusty Holden and cruised up to Byron Bay, which turned out to be a beautiful beach area with a lighthouse. Jane's friend, Elliot joined us. He's from China and is studying at Southern Cross University for a year or so. While in Byron Bay, we ran into a aspiring Dutch author who is backpacking here for a year. Australia has a very large backpacking community. Seems there are hostels in so many locations, it's a very accommodating country for backpackers.
As you can see from the photos, the lighthouse is beautiful. It sits on the most Easterly point of Australia. We were scanning the ocean for whales and other ocean life, luckily we did get to see a few whales breaching.
To end the evening, we headed to a pub in Lismore to play games with some of Jane's Aussie friends. Turned out to be a very wonderful day!
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Australia - Day Two!
Jane and I started out the day touring around the city of Lismore. One thing I noticed was the houses are all built on stilts and this is because Lismore is located in a flood plane. They really seemed quite high though! Then we went to a local organic market in the same city and watched the locals buy their produce for the week. As we ventured further out into the country (yes, lots of gravel roads!) I soon found out that the Macadamia nut is native to this part of Australia and the Hawaiians actually took the nut back with them and were the first to grow it commercially.
While we hiked around the Rocky Dam (Lismore's water supply), I shot photos of the interesting plant life there. To me, this area seems very tropical and apparently it is this time of yeas as it's been raining for the entire time so far! This hasn't stopped Jane and I from getting out and about however!
As we were driving along another country road we stopped at a shack that seemed to be selling something. I got out of the car to find no one actually guarding their supply of "paw paw", herbs, and lemons. Read the sign... I thought this was interesting! I also bought one of the "paw paws" and Jane and I will eat it with out breakfast in the morning. I think it's actually a papaya, but Jane won't tell me :)
After cracking up about our "paw paw" we decided to head to the next town of Nimbin. All of Jane's roommates have asked "are you going to Nimbin?"- so we took the venture there. Apparently it's one of the areas where people can buy weed and it seems to be a very normal and legal thing to do there. The town is comprised of shops along the street that sell marijuana and other goods. It's not legal here, but this town seems to be the exception!
Although Nimbin has character we didn't spend much time there and decided to head to a park to eat lunch. Jane pulls into a parking area near a park and we scarf down our pre-made sandwiches before we hiked to the waterfall. From the photos you will be able to see the splash left behind after we jumped off the cliff into the water! It was freezing! But as Jane continually repeated to me "We are so close, might as well jump" - so i did! It wasn't very high :)
On our way back to town, we saw some Wallabies hanging out in a grassy field area. They really reminded me of rodents or large rabbits. There were so many of them just lying around. I think they could actually be compared to deer in South Dakota, there are a bunch of them everywhere (same is true of kangaroos).
We finished off the evening with a dinner with one of the Rotary Clubs in Lismore. Jane received a Rotarian Ambassador Scholarship to come to Australia, so part of her "opportunity" (as she puts it) is to present some information about her self, South Dakota and her experiences in Australia. It was really a great time to be able to chat with local Aussie's about everything from pythons getting in their roofs to eat rats, to spiders, macadamia nuts, to wheat farming! Really a unique experience for me, and I'm grateful for that!
While we hiked around the Rocky Dam (Lismore's water supply), I shot photos of the interesting plant life there. To me, this area seems very tropical and apparently it is this time of yeas as it's been raining for the entire time so far! This hasn't stopped Jane and I from getting out and about however!
As we were driving along another country road we stopped at a shack that seemed to be selling something. I got out of the car to find no one actually guarding their supply of "paw paw", herbs, and lemons. Read the sign... I thought this was interesting! I also bought one of the "paw paws" and Jane and I will eat it with out breakfast in the morning. I think it's actually a papaya, but Jane won't tell me :)
After cracking up about our "paw paw" we decided to head to the next town of Nimbin. All of Jane's roommates have asked "are you going to Nimbin?"- so we took the venture there. Apparently it's one of the areas where people can buy weed and it seems to be a very normal and legal thing to do there. The town is comprised of shops along the street that sell marijuana and other goods. It's not legal here, but this town seems to be the exception!
Although Nimbin has character we didn't spend much time there and decided to head to a park to eat lunch. Jane pulls into a parking area near a park and we scarf down our pre-made sandwiches before we hiked to the waterfall. From the photos you will be able to see the splash left behind after we jumped off the cliff into the water! It was freezing! But as Jane continually repeated to me "We are so close, might as well jump" - so i did! It wasn't very high :)
On our way back to town, we saw some Wallabies hanging out in a grassy field area. They really reminded me of rodents or large rabbits. There were so many of them just lying around. I think they could actually be compared to deer in South Dakota, there are a bunch of them everywhere (same is true of kangaroos).
We finished off the evening with a dinner with one of the Rotary Clubs in Lismore. Jane received a Rotarian Ambassador Scholarship to come to Australia, so part of her "opportunity" (as she puts it) is to present some information about her self, South Dakota and her experiences in Australia. It was really a great time to be able to chat with local Aussie's about everything from pythons getting in their roofs to eat rats, to spiders, macadamia nuts, to wheat farming! Really a unique experience for me, and I'm grateful for that!
Australia - Day One
So far I have been having a great time with Jane in Lismore NSW Australia! We rented a car (what a beaut, eh?), stopped at a cafe and had some hot chocolate and carrot cake, tested vegemite (hence my bad face), and ended the evening with a fine cooked chinese meal from Jane's classmates! Yum! I stayed up as late as I could, which was about 8pm!
Friday, September 3, 2010
Training
This week training was incredibly lacking. I didn't do one thing and now tomorrow I need to be ready for a 20 mile training run for the Long Beach Marathon. I'm slightly worried only because I've not only been working out less, but feel much heavier and have been eating horribly this week.
I often wonder if I have what it takes to be a marathoner... I've done several now, but I have a higher expectation this time and I am worried that I won't set my new PR.
The only thing I can do is train as hard as possible until the marathon and eat as healthy as I can! This will be difficult no doubt because I'm planning a trip to Australia to visit Jane during a portion of our my training. Need to get in the training anyway! :)
Saturday: 20 miles
Sunday: Rest
Monday: Cycle
Tuesday: Run
Wednesday: Hill workout
Thursday: Rest/Yoga/Swim
Friday: Cycle
I often wonder if I have what it takes to be a marathoner... I've done several now, but I have a higher expectation this time and I am worried that I won't set my new PR.
The only thing I can do is train as hard as possible until the marathon and eat as healthy as I can! This will be difficult no doubt because I'm planning a trip to Australia to visit Jane during a portion of our my training. Need to get in the training anyway! :)
Saturday: 20 miles
Sunday: Rest
Monday: Cycle
Tuesday: Run
Wednesday: Hill workout
Thursday: Rest/Yoga/Swim
Friday: Cycle
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Surf City Marathon + San Francisco Half!
This posting is long overdue, but I've now completed two of the 3 marathons to receive my California Dreamin Series medal! One more left (Long Beach, Oct. 17).
I've decided (today) that I want to continue to blog more regarding my workouts and experiences. Stay tuned! I'm not the best writer, but I think writing about my workouts & life will be a great journal for later.
I've decided (today) that I want to continue to blog more regarding my workouts and experiences. Stay tuned! I'm not the best writer, but I think writing about my workouts & life will be a great journal for later.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Friday, January 1, 2010
Remebering 2009, Celebrating 2010
DAVID'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
from David Allen - Productivity guru
I mean, what have you actually finished, completed, and accomplished? If you haven't made a list in the last year, I would highly recommend that you take a few minutes and capture that.
It has always intrigued me how much a less-than-conscious part of me can still have energy wrapped up around activities and projects, until I acknowledge that they're done, to myself. Kathryn and I have made an annual exercise, at year-end, of making the list of major completions and accomplishments. We've even been saving that list in a Lotus Notes database for the last few years. It's really quite a healthy, cleansing completion in itself. It includes everything that we can think of—from projects like launching a new product, to adding new staff, to trees planted, to new places visited, to family deaths handled, to old business completed, to new skills and tricks learned.
I've noticed that there is likely some resistance to doing that process as well. I had an attorney (client) recently say in all sincerity that it was quite scary initially to go through the workflow coaching process with me, precisely because he was afraid to declare some of his projects "done"! (I mean, what if they weren't perfect yet?!)
I suggest you give yourself a treat and review the year that just past and look forward to the year ahead.
"Celebrate any progress. Don't wait to get perfect."
-Ann McGee Cooper
For those of you who want more form and structure, here are some questions that can guide you in your 2009 review and 2010 goal setting. When I go through these kinds of questions I like to consider my answers in several areas:
Physical
Emotional
Mental
Spiritual
Financial
Family
Community Service
Fun / creativity / recreation
Review the list of all completed projects
What was your biggest triumph in 2009? I ran my first marathon and raised almost $4000.00 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. I also started graduate school.
What was the smartest decision you made in 2009? Starting graduate school
What one word best sums up and describes your 2009 experience? adventure!
What was the greatest lesson you learned in 2009? be financially responsible and plan
What was the most loving service you performed in 2009? even though I initially went into training for my first marathon for myself, I ended up learning a lot about leukemia and lymphoma in the process. I also raised money for the society and gained numerous friendships.
What is your biggest piece of unfinished business in 2009? my personal business. I need to market harder and gain more confidence in my abilities.
What are you most happy about completing in 2009? I had many friends visit me through out the year, I feel I am needed at my job, I am training for another marathon, I started my own running club that now has several amazing members, I have been able to understand what I want and I don't want in life.
Who were the three people that had the greatest impact on your life in 2009? Over this past year I have met so many amazing people in all the things I have started to do. All my coworkers are amazing. They push me to try to do better and I feel like we are all a big family. I also have made some amazing friendships from my running group and from running in general. I can't leave out my roommates-- they always get me through things and I wouldn't have the amazing place to live without either of them!
What was the biggest risk you took in 2009? relying on others
What was the biggest surprise in 2009? My parents built a new house and moved.
What important relationship improved the most in 2009? My brother and I have become closer
What compliment would you liked to have received in 2009? I actually received most of the compliments that I would have liked to received, really. I am usually verbally rewarded at work when something I do is good and I have a good support system that is rewarding as well.
What compliment would you liked to have given in 2009? In general, I feel like I could have given more compliments to everyone.
What else do you need to do or say to be complete with 2009? Show my appreciation for my job and all my friends and family. I am eternally grateful for my occupation and all the wonderful benefits I get from working there. Also, my strong network of great friends and family. I never say how much I appreciate them, but I truly do.
What would you like to be your biggest triumph in 2010? Become debt-free and advance my personal business
What advice would you like to give yourself in 2010? Be smart financially try to remember the little things count
What is the major effort you are planning to improve your financial results in 2010? pay off debt and aggressive save.
What would you be most happy about completing in 2010? paying off my student loan and losing 10 pounds :) (have to throw that in there somewhere)
What major indulgence are you willing to experience in 2010? Traveling to Australia and roadtripping to northern California
What would you most like to change about yourself in 2010? Try harder to have empathy for others and have a positive, optimistic attitude
What are you looking forward to learning in 2010? I am looking forward to continuing my education in leadership and also increasing my skills at photography for my job
What do you think your biggest risk will be in 2010? Unsure about that one... hmm...
What about your work, are you most committed to changing and improving in 2010? I am committed to being indispensable. I want to try to improve my efficiency and start to take on more tasks.
What is one as yet undeveloped talent you are willing to explore in 2010? Gardening! and I always have room to grow in photography and design.
What brings you the most joy and how are you going to do or have more of that in 2010? running, photography and creating and maintaining my relationships with people. I also explored gardening this last year, and plan to continue that as well!
Who or what, other than yourself, are you most committed to loving and serving in 2010? I need serve God
What one word would you like to have as your theme in 2010? Hard work and positive attitude = a fun adventure with many rewards!
from David Allen - Productivity guru
WHAT HAVE YOU DONE LATELY?
I mean, what have you actually finished, completed, and accomplished? If you haven't made a list in the last year, I would highly recommend that you take a few minutes and capture that.
It has always intrigued me how much a less-than-conscious part of me can still have energy wrapped up around activities and projects, until I acknowledge that they're done, to myself. Kathryn and I have made an annual exercise, at year-end, of making the list of major completions and accomplishments. We've even been saving that list in a Lotus Notes database for the last few years. It's really quite a healthy, cleansing completion in itself. It includes everything that we can think of—from projects like launching a new product, to adding new staff, to trees planted, to new places visited, to family deaths handled, to old business completed, to new skills and tricks learned.
I've noticed that there is likely some resistance to doing that process as well. I had an attorney (client) recently say in all sincerity that it was quite scary initially to go through the workflow coaching process with me, precisely because he was afraid to declare some of his projects "done"! (I mean, what if they weren't perfect yet?!)
I suggest you give yourself a treat and review the year that just past and look forward to the year ahead.
"Celebrate any progress. Don't wait to get perfect."
-Ann McGee Cooper
DAVID'S COACHING TIPS
For those of you who want more form and structure, here are some questions that can guide you in your 2009 review and 2010 goal setting. When I go through these kinds of questions I like to consider my answers in several areas:
Physical
Emotional
Mental
Spiritual
Financial
Family
Community Service
Fun / creativity / recreation
COMPLETING AND REMEMBERING 2009
Review the list of all completed projects
What was your biggest triumph in 2009? I ran my first marathon and raised almost $4000.00 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. I also started graduate school.
What was the smartest decision you made in 2009? Starting graduate school
What one word best sums up and describes your 2009 experience? adventure!
What was the greatest lesson you learned in 2009? be financially responsible and plan
What was the most loving service you performed in 2009? even though I initially went into training for my first marathon for myself, I ended up learning a lot about leukemia and lymphoma in the process. I also raised money for the society and gained numerous friendships.
What is your biggest piece of unfinished business in 2009? my personal business. I need to market harder and gain more confidence in my abilities.
What are you most happy about completing in 2009? I had many friends visit me through out the year, I feel I am needed at my job, I am training for another marathon, I started my own running club that now has several amazing members, I have been able to understand what I want and I don't want in life.
Who were the three people that had the greatest impact on your life in 2009? Over this past year I have met so many amazing people in all the things I have started to do. All my coworkers are amazing. They push me to try to do better and I feel like we are all a big family. I also have made some amazing friendships from my running group and from running in general. I can't leave out my roommates-- they always get me through things and I wouldn't have the amazing place to live without either of them!
What was the biggest risk you took in 2009? relying on others
What was the biggest surprise in 2009? My parents built a new house and moved.
What important relationship improved the most in 2009? My brother and I have become closer
What compliment would you liked to have received in 2009? I actually received most of the compliments that I would have liked to received, really. I am usually verbally rewarded at work when something I do is good and I have a good support system that is rewarding as well.
What compliment would you liked to have given in 2009? In general, I feel like I could have given more compliments to everyone.
What else do you need to do or say to be complete with 2009? Show my appreciation for my job and all my friends and family. I am eternally grateful for my occupation and all the wonderful benefits I get from working there. Also, my strong network of great friends and family. I never say how much I appreciate them, but I truly do.
CREATING 2010: THE NEW YEAR
What would you like to be your biggest triumph in 2010? Become debt-free and advance my personal business
What advice would you like to give yourself in 2010? Be smart financially try to remember the little things count
What is the major effort you are planning to improve your financial results in 2010? pay off debt and aggressive save.
What would you be most happy about completing in 2010? paying off my student loan and losing 10 pounds :) (have to throw that in there somewhere)
What major indulgence are you willing to experience in 2010? Traveling to Australia and roadtripping to northern California
What would you most like to change about yourself in 2010? Try harder to have empathy for others and have a positive, optimistic attitude
What are you looking forward to learning in 2010? I am looking forward to continuing my education in leadership and also increasing my skills at photography for my job
What do you think your biggest risk will be in 2010? Unsure about that one... hmm...
What about your work, are you most committed to changing and improving in 2010? I am committed to being indispensable. I want to try to improve my efficiency and start to take on more tasks.
What is one as yet undeveloped talent you are willing to explore in 2010? Gardening! and I always have room to grow in photography and design.
What brings you the most joy and how are you going to do or have more of that in 2010? running, photography and creating and maintaining my relationships with people. I also explored gardening this last year, and plan to continue that as well!
Who or what, other than yourself, are you most committed to loving and serving in 2010? I need serve God
What one word would you like to have as your theme in 2010? Hard work and positive attitude = a fun adventure with many rewards!
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