I don't keep very good records of my reading, even though I have the best intentions every year. So this 2012 in review post is not so much about books, or how many pages I read, but thoughts on what I consider a pretty good year for me.
When I think back on everything that occurred in 2012, and how I've grown in many different ways, I can say 2012 was a good year. Lessons learned in 2012:
- How to eat better and make good food choices. Being adventurous when it comes to food is a good thing.
- Saying no to all the review requests. I've cut down a lot and there are a select few I accept. I used to feel bad for that first time author, but I am not the only book blogger on the net. There are plenty of new and reliable bloggers who will happily accept your books. Just not me.
- Become more selective with my TV shows. I don't have much free time, so either stimulate me or entertain me intelligently, or you're out.
- I do not need to be friends with everyone I meet, or be someone's therapist at work, just because we work together. When I choose not to, it doesn't make me a bad person.
- True friends, really true friends, the ones I will still keep in touch with when I leave the area, are few and far between. And that's ok.
- I am really good at my job, and I am a valuable asset to my employer. Whether my boss fully respects and appreciates this is hard to tell at times. It's his loss.
- Puppies are little furry babies who need constant attention. Oh how I had forgotten about that.
- The news is not news. It is weather, traffic, and what some idiot on Facebook has to say. Seek out real news at reputable sites, and take everything with a grain of salt.
- Students today, young or old, expect everything to be easy. I have a day job too, you know, and I can't do your work for you.
- I no longer feel guilty about not blogging, blogging too much, not reading as much as others, etc. I blog because at the end of the day I Love to Read! I have discovered great new authors, and am always learning how to refine my thoughts and write a post better. But most importantly, I've met some pretty fabulous people in blogland whom I call friends. I chat with them more than in-person "friends". And that's ok.
- Twitter is not all that bad
I know some of these seem silly, or may not be lessons to you, but for me, this past year made me clarify things about my self, and my world. I feel like I'm really getting to know myself or who I should be. Oh my gods I think I am maturing people!
So that brings me to 2013. This will be a big year for me. I turn 40 (shut the frack up! I know!!). The blog turns 5 at the end of the year. And the hubby and I are following the steps in our grand plans to eventually live in paradise. Life is good, so let's enjoy it.
Bring on 2013!!
© Jenny Girl - 2012 "All Rights Reserved"
SuiteJuju 9p · 636 weeks ago
bookworm · 636 weeks ago
Happy and Healthy New Year! I still can't believe it's going to be 2013. Very futuristic :)
Jennygirl73 95p · 636 weeks ago
Here's to a great 2013 personally and professionally.
teddyree 39p · 636 weeks ago
Jennygirl73 95p · 636 weeks ago
Not pleasing everybody is another lesson learned. It's so hard to break that one. But you're right. All you end up doing is making yourself angry and frustrated.
Take care sweetie and Happy Birthday month :)
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TriniCapini 33p · 636 weeks ago
Happy New Year! I hope 2013 is a fantastic year for you. And maybe some pictures of Kona pup???
Jennygirl73 95p · 634 weeks ago
I didn't think I would like Twitter, but that's the only I can chat with you or some other folks on there...really been just you so far. I guess I need to look at other people's streams or something.
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