Happy New Year!

Holidays are over and it’s back to the grind for the kids. As for the parents, it’s back to juggling schedules, driving to and fro school and activities and making sure they do their homework and pass their tests. Easy right? NOT!

I’ve only got one child plus two nieces to look out for and it’s still stressful. Hats off to those moms with more kids. It must be a logistical nightmare to keep everything in check. I can’t even keep track of Hakim’s toys.

This year (as with past years) I do want to be more organised. So far I’ve organised my file cabinet and shredded old documents to reduce the amount of paper I have in my files. I’ve discovered expired insurance policies from 2005, so it was time for some spring cleaning.

I’ve also been revamping my closet, getting rid or giving away old and un-used clothes. I have to accept that there are clothes that don’t fit me anymore (and never will) and some that just isn’t my style anymore. As I grow older, comfort and simplicity are the two most important aspects I look for in clothes. I cannot stand scratchy materials, materials that are too precious and/or over-tight clothes. I look for soft, easy-care materials that fall well on my body.  I go for simple styles since I’m mostly in jeans anyway. But I do spend a bit more on my T-shirts nowadays because I wear them every day and they need to look presentable.

I’m also changing up my fitness regime. I’ve decided to join a gym. As much as I love my current yoga and belly dancing classes, I’m spending way too much. So I’m ‘consolidating’ everything into one gym membership. I’m going to miss my teachers and friends, but it just makes more financial sense for me to join a gym at the moment.

I’ve got more plans in the pipeline for 2012, and am excited in carrying it all out. I’m praying for my enthusiasm and energy to last all the way through 2012 to see it all through. Wishing the same to everyone, Happy New Year!