Promises for the new year...

I have been contemplating my "promises" for the new year for several weeks now... Ryan and I sat and watched the ball drop at midnight (not just any ball... a Snookie filled ball- we both felt lame telling anyone that we forwent the NY ball for the New Jersey ball filled with one orange and scantily-clad Snookie), and as we went to bed shortly after, I still hadn't firmed up my promises to myself for the new year. I am typically goal oriented, but the word "promise" seems to have more meaning (or oomph)... so I've decided to share them and put them in writing in an effort to hold myself accountable for my promises.
Of course a new year is a great motivation to promise or set goals for the usual lose the baby weight, get more organized, eat less junk food, watch less TV, etc.... but this year I have specifics:

1. My first one probably needs the most explanation- I WILL go to church at least one Sunday a month (as hethan as this sounds, once a month is more than we went this past year). Somehow getting to church on time (an hour away) with a baby has been one of our biggest challenges (figures the church we fall in love with is such a drive, but sooo worth it when we do make it). Basically it comes down to time management, commitment, and not making excuses even when Ryan is out of town (too often these days). If we can get to church every Sunday in a row, that would be awesome, but I am being realistic for the moment.
2. Do a MINIMUM of one charitable act or good deed a week... whether its volunteering my time to a greater purpose, or letting the little old lady/man go in front of me at the grocery store... a simple act can make all the difference, or no difference at all- but at least I will know I tried (I am a fan of paying it forward).
3. Start and finish (maybe not so much finish as it is continue) P90x with Ryan... He got it for us for Christmas (knowing I've been complaining about no more bootcamp). Obviously it will help both of us toward our objective of getting into shape (no need to look like the ripped models, but some tone isn't too much to ask for- right???), but more important is both of our desires to have more energy and stamina throughout the day. Another plus will be the together time we gain working out together.
4. Run at least one half-marathon (fingers crossed Nike Women lets me in this year with the whole lottery situation)... maybe the Disney Half also??? Time to put my BOB to good use!
5. Write more thank you notes, and be genuine about them... too many times I write them because I've been trained to do so since I can remember... this year I want to take the time to express my gratitude more promptly and more often.
6. Finally... scrapbook Jayme's first year... I have all the stuff and have yet to start ONE scrapbook about anything! I am putting an end to procrastination (well not completely... but in the area of her scrapbook- its a start ;-)

Here's to a prosperous and healthy New Year and new promises!