Random thoughts

Well, it is the end of the year. My thoughts turn purposely to the new year, and what I want to realize for myself.

I usually set 2-3 goals for the year. I call them my New Year’s Resolutions. And, I work on accomplishing them each year.

These goals are most often ways I want to improve as an individual.

For the past week, I have been mulling over those goals for the new year that is coming.

Some thoughts:

(1) learn something new…This is a perpetual goal as I love learning and I believe that this keeps my brain from stagnating. I have signed up for 2 classes on photography. One class is about choosing the camera. Heaven knows I have a lot of cameras – those I own or inherited. I am not sure if any work or if I can get film.

(2) blog more…I pay for this site. I either need to get back to blogging or stop paying. And, I enjoy writing as it helps me to clarify what is going on in my thoughts and life.

(3) family contact…My step daughter tried seriously to commit suicide a few weeks ago. I realize that I do not know Ed’s children/grandchildren very well…nor am I in touch much with my own siblings. I have never been very good at relationships. As I age, I realize that family is important. I want to establish better relationships with those I am related to through family or marriage.

(Addendum: I called my siblings, step children and step grandchildren on Christmas with mixed results.)

(4) pen pal…I miss writing to someone since my Mom died. I think I could respond by letter to those who sent holiday greetings or gifted me something as a start.

(5) spiritual growth…Perhaps I could reserve a time and space especially for  prayer/meditation.

(6) charity…My finances make gifting money difficult. However, I am struck by the number of times this past year that I have given $10 or $20. I wonder if I can do a % of my income now that most bills are being met or are paid off.