...I vow to not be so hard on myself. I am unique, I am enough, and I am right where I'm supposed to be.
...I hope to see more of the world, whether it be exploring more of my own backyard or traveling to other faraway lands. I won't let travel be a distant friend.
...I vow not to beat myself up when I don't make it to the gym one day, or all week, or all month. While my health is a priority, I won't punish myself or put myself down for not being ready. Everything in moderation.
...I want to try to wake up and make my bed every morning. I did say try--baby steps. ;)
...I want to learn to be more present in the here and now and not so focused on the next big thing. I will have goals for the future, but I won't let them overshadow the beauty of today.
...I promise to tell D how awesome he is every chance I get. He's the greatest man I've ever known. I don't deserve him, but I'm grateful for every moment I've been blessed to share a life with him. I don't want a day to go by without letting him know how much he means to me.
...I vow to be more compassionate of others and their struggles. I want to give more than I get.
...I hope to grow closer and dive deeper into my relationship with God and allow His light to shine through me more than ever before. I will thank Him everyday for His continued presence and provision in my life.
...I vow to love unrelentingly--my husband, my family, my friends, my sweet pup. I want them all to always be aware of how much they mean to me.
...I hope to continue to blog. It's become such a visceral part of who I am, even when it frustrates me. I hope it continues to be worth the time I put into it each day. And I hope it continues to be a positive piece of my life.
...I will trust in God's plan for my life and the direction of my new career (eek!). I won't let worry and negativity guide my thoughts and actions. No goal is too big, no idea too small.
...I promise to seek the good first and be less quick to judge. No one is perfect.
...I hope to grow stronger--in faith, in patience, in drive & determination, in bravery, in confidence, and in self-worth.
...I won't strive to be anyone other than me. I won't compare, I won't wish for greener pastures, I will be happy with what I have and and the blessings I've been given. No one will steal my joy.
...I also want to be less focused on me, me, me all the time. Less face in my iPhone, less invested in things that feed greed, less concerned with material things...but more in love with character-shaping experiences & more in tune to the needs of others.
...I will work to keep my positive relationships fresh and nurtured. And the ones that are toxic, I won't be afraid to let them go.
...I pray that whatever endeavor I embark on, that I work at it with all my heart and check my doubt at the door. I will not quit.
...I hope to grow our little family. Maybe not right this year...but someday soon. I want this to be the year I begin to prepare my heart, body, and mind for another new chapter of life.
...I won't be afraid to try new things and step out of my comfort zone. Things aren't as scary as they seem at first glance. I pray the reward is always greater than the fear.
...I want to have more picnics, go on hikes, walk on the beach, throw more dinner parties, frequent coffee shops, wander farmer's markets, volunteer for good causes, worship with fellow Christians, run longer distances, let my creativity flow, watch less TV, read more books, write more meaningful words, cook new foods, and spend more time enjoying the little things that make life so very sweet.
...But most of all, I hope to stay happy, healthy, and appreciative of the life I've been given. We only get one!
Every year on your birthday, you get a chance to start new.
-Sammy Hagar-
Bring it on, Year 28!
Happy birthday!
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ReplyDeleteI love this!! :) Happy Birthday!
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ReplyDeleteHappy birthday!!! I hope you have a great one. What helps me make my bed every day is a little say i was told. It goes like this if you bed is unmade then your grauding angel will be sleeping all day. If you make your bed she will be with you. Might sound silly but I turly believe this. Specially since my husband was in a bus accident on the autoban in March. The bed was made and the bus didn't land in the water. Everyone on the bus was safe.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Amy! Doesn't sound silly at all! I really like that!! Also glad to know your husband is ok. What a scare!
DeleteHappy Birthday! I love the things that you mentioned in your list! :) Beautiful!
ReplyDelete:) Rebecca
Wishing the best of birthdays to you Casey! I hope the coming year brings everything you desire and more.
ReplyDeleteThanks so very much!! :)
DeleteHappy Birthday Casey, hope it's great!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! I also believe that birthdays are the perfect time to make these resolution, much more so than New Year's. Great list!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Marie! It felt good to write these down and get them out of my head. Hopefully now that they're out in the world, it'll keep me accountable! :)
DeleteHappy Birthday! Hope it was a great one!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!!
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506 Miles: From Detroit to Nashville
Thanks, Sara!
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ReplyDeleteHappy birthday love!
ReplyDeleteDanke, Sonja!
Delete28 years old was a nice age. It's like you're on cross roads and you 9and only YOU) decide what your life will look llike. It's all good. Happy bday!
ReplyDeleteHappiest of Birthdays to you! As I have gotten older I have got really obsessed with the bed being made and if for some reason it does not get done during the day I will make it right before we go to bed.
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday! May you have a wonderful year ahead. Great list.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday and many more! I love this reflection!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, girl! Let's hope I can keep to them all!
DeleteHappy belated birthday!
ReplyDeleteGreat list! And Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Wesley!!
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DeleteThis is great! Cheers to 28!
ReplyDeleteSorry I'm a few days late. JOYEUX ANNIVERSAIRE!
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ReplyDeleteHappy birthday, girl! You have your priorities firmly in order! Kudos!
ReplyDeleteI hope you had a Happy Birthday, pretty lady :)
ReplyDeleteIt was a wonderful week, that's for sure! Thanks, girl!
DeleteI'm a bit late in reading this, but happy birthday!! I love this list. As I grow older (I'll be 28 soon too!) I'm learning more and more to just be present and enjoy the little things in life. I hope you have the best year ever and that you achieve everything that you set your mind to!
ReplyDeleteMany thanks, Anna!
DeleteWas your birthday the 16th?! Mine was too!! Happy birthday :)
ReplyDeleteHappy belayed birthday :) Really like this list! I should do one, too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the inspiration :)