And so it begins...

I am creating this blog for a few reasons. First to keep me a little more accountable for the goals I have. I can use all the support I can get. Second, to inspire others to achieve their goals, no matter how big or small. and Third, to keep track of the small things in life that many years (months, HOURS?) from now that I might forget. Is the coffee pot ready yet? Because I need a refill. So please, come share this journey with me as I try to better my life and the lives of my family. 

Goals for 2013: 
(yes, I realize its only December 3rd, but the sooner I make them, the sooner I can get things in order to actually achieve these goals)

1. Lose 40 lbs. I would love to lose 15 lbs by my birthday, March 31st. The rest ideally would be gone by August. 
2: Be healthier in general. Eat healthier, more exercise for the entire family. 
3: Be more organized. I need a routine. Because when I don't have one, I am way too lazy. Yes, I admit it. (husband, no peanut gallery comments please.) 
4. More financially responsible. I swear I don't know how we are broke all the time. Im tired if it. I tried playing the lottery when the powerball was insanely high. Surprise! We lost. 
5. Be a better mother to my children and a better person in general. Granted, I know I am not a bad mother or a bad person. But I am far from perfect. I know I have room to improve. 

These goals are very plain and generic for now. #3 has SO many things that I want to improve that I will be more specific later on. All I ask is that you don't judge me in a bad way for my faults. I am going to be brutally honest here about things that some may never have known about me. All I am asking for is some respect and encouragement on this journey. Maybe you can relate to some of the things I post? If you can, please comment with suggestions or personal stories of what might have helped you along the way. You may not help me, but you could help a fellow reader instead. 

My babies: