Resolutions of 2009

This is a list of resolutions I composed last year. Though this is more of a lifelong list, I thought it would be fun to see how many I have checked off so far.

1. I want to learn to cook so well that people ask for seconds instead of dessert. (I'm getting there slowly but surely)
2. I want to ride more.
3. I want to learn to sew so well that I can make an article of clothing fairly quickly and easily with NO mistakes! (Working on it)
4. I want to learn how to cut and style people's hair.
5. I want to learn to quilt.
6. I want to stop biting my nails!
7. I want to read my bible more. (Check!)
8. I want to memorize more scripture.
9. I want to learn to drive a stick shift. (I've had a couple of lessons, now I just need to find a way to practice)
10. I want to learn more about how to care for children and babies. (Check!)
11. I want to take an emergency training course. (CPR, what to do in emergencies, diagnosis, etc.)
12. I want to write a book.
13. I want to paint a beautiful masterpiece! (Check!)
14. I want to travel and see the world a little. (Check!)
15. I want to exercise more. (Check!)
16. I want to learn how to ballroom dance. (Waltz, tango, etc.)
17. I want to eat healthier. (More fruits and veggies, less junk)
18. I want to stop wearing my good shoes to muck stalls! (Check!)
19. I want to take a refresher course in good old-fashioned etiquette.
20. I want to be more patient with people.
21. I want to improve my hygiene. (Take better care of my teeth, nails, skin, etc.)
22. I want to compete in a three-day event!
23. I want to learn the secrets on how to plant and tend a garden. (Check!)
24. I want to learn all the secrets to removing dirt and stains.
25. I want to learn to speak fluent Spanish.
26. I want to wake up earlier.
27. I want to learn to budget and pay bills. (Getting there)
28. I want to learn to arrange flowers/make bouquets.
29. I want to be more creative.
30. I want to be a Proverbs 31 woman.

Well, I have a lot left to work on, and even some of the ones I checked off are still in progress. (When do you really know everything?) But it's fun to have goals and look back to see them reached. :) I hope everyone had a happy new year!