The dream of what’s next

I have a pretty good feeling this year (maybe even this month) will bring about some exciting changes around Casa de Blundell.

And with those dreams of what’s to come (foster care, hopefully selling our house) I don’t want to rush into the year without setting some basic goals for 2010.

I want to be sure that 2010 is less about me — and more about others — but at the same time, leaving room for my own development to ensure I don’t burn out by July.

I want to be sure I’m cognoscente of where I’m spending my time, money and energy and I want to be sure that what I give up or chase after is truly worth it.

So here are my goals for this year. I hope you’ll do me a favor and check in on me from time to time to see how I’m doing.

Or maybe better yet, check in with Laurie (@girlblundy) to see how I’m doing.

1. Spend more quality time with My Life
2. Spend more quality time with my family
3. Take more lunch breaks — away from my desk and computer
4. Buy fewer convenience store drinks (i.e. sodas, Monsters, etc.)
5. Cook at home — eat out less
6. Eat less processed food
7. Share life over coffee or dinner with more friends
8. Live the intentional challenge
9. Grow our community group
10. Read more — watch less TV
11. Another year without looking at pornography
12. Increase awareness of issues I care about — modern slavery, homelessness, foster care/adoption
13. Mentor at least one person to stand ready to take my place in the following areas: MediaShout/Sunday morning Tech, encounter podcast, community groups leader, Wednesday morning What-A-Study leader, Laundry Love facilitator
14. Spend at least 2 hours a week doing something physically active
15. See the podcast grow to at least 150 subscribers
16. See my blog grow to at least 100 subscribers

What about you? What are your goals for 2010?