New Year, New Resolutions

Well this post is a bit late but I wanted to share my resolutions with you.  The thing is, I really don't believe in them.  I try to do my best every single day and if one day doesn't work out so well, there is always tomorrow.

BUT there are things I want to focus on.  Here they are:

I want to make sure I take time for myself every day.  I sometimes end up working long hours and even forgetting to take a shower. Sometimes it seems like the few minutes it will take to brush/do my hair are too much.  I need to take the time to feel great.  (This does not mean I'm giving up my yoga pants to work in!)

I want to become more well rounded in my workout routine.  I often get into a "gear" and get stuck in it.  I'll end up running too much, taking in tons of yoga, etc.  This year, I want to be balanced.

I would like to make some fitness goals, but I know that health issues, work commitments and life in general get in the way, so we will see what the year brings.

Like everyone else on the planet, I'd like to be more mindful.  Moving more slowly, taking the five minutes to meditate, relaxing at the end of the day instead of stressing about tomorrow.  I know…not easy things…I'll let you know how it goes:)

I want to make sure I spend time with my friends.  I have been so lucky to make some great friends in 2013 and reconnect with old friends. I am so thrilled to have people to call upon when I need them.

The way I want to make 2014 better than 2013 is to have at least a little fun every day.  Every single day I can make a difference in my tomorrow, I can view today as amazing and I'm blessed to be in it.

Today is a good day to have a good day!

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Happy New Year!!!

May this be the year that all 

your dreams come true!

Darn Tough

So I am becoming a bit of a sock enthusiast.  I recently came across a new brand called Darn Tough.  They are made in Vermont and come in all sorts of beautiful colors!


I normally stay away from wool.  However these are not itchy at all, like I feared they might be.  Instead your feet feel snuggly :)

These hug your foot in a nice way, but aren't too tight.  There are no seams  to dig in or create hot spots or blisters on your toes or ankles.

Click to see all of Darn Tough's socks!

They also stay in place and don't slip down into your shoes!  That's especially important in the winter months when snow could seep in.

I had no idea but wool is naturally antimicrobial.  It repels bacteria and therefore stink.  Those sheep know what they are doing!

Contrary to popular belief wool isn't always hot.  It keeps you warm in the winter and cool in the summer and they wick all year through.

Darn Tough sells socks for running, biking, hiking and just looking good heading to the store.  They make socks for men and women.

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Darby Smart Crafting

This is completely unrelated to yoga or running or just about anything I've covered before, but it does have to do with my craft obsession.  I recently found out about Darby Smart.  They are a subscription company that offers ready to make craft kits.

These craft kits come with everything you need to make a craft. I love that you are given just enough supplies to complete what you need. It's probably not the most cost effective way to purchase craft supplies, however, I don't have to spend time online shopping or driving around trying to find just what I need.

Each kit comes with instructions too so it's easy to try something you've never done before.  I was able to try my hand at glass etching with an easy to follow kit.  I really enjoyed it.  I loved that the kit didn't take hours or days to complete, it was something I could do while watching TV.  I have plenty of glass etching creme left over as well as the reusable stencils so this is something I can do over and over again now that I know how.

There are lots of kits from candles to tote bags to ring holders.  I like the kits that are designed for a set of friends to get together and create.  What an awesome party activity and favor in one!  The kits are affordable.  The cheapest was $19 and at the time I'm writing this they had free shipping too!

I want to try my hand at making soy candles next!

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