I love New Year’s Day!  Actually, I love the start of a new year, the start of a new school year, the start of a new month; I guess I’m just excited about fresh starts.

My case of fresh-start-itis has given me perspective though – when you set new goals they need to be clear and manageable.  I think my new resolutions fit within those parameters, and also fit within the picture of the life I’m trying to create.  I’m not sure why, but I can already tell that 2011 is going to be my year! 

1. Officially lose the 10lbs I gained when we moved to Buffalo.
2. Create a written record of my experience as a teacher.
3. Run another half marathon; one for which I’ve actually trained!
4. Work on becoming a less negative person*.
5. Read at least one new book each month.

*This goal is more vague than I would recommend, but I haven’t decided yet how to tackle a slow shift of perspective.

Do you set goals for the new year?  What’s on your list of 2011 resolutions?