{Manic Monday} 11th ed.

Well, I've been a little absent on my blog this past couple of weeks. I was so enjoying my two weeks of vacation in December that I thought I would extend it a couple of more! I, honestly, needed the break!

Today was a wonderful day...because I didn't have to work! Yay. However, I did spend most of the day "working" anyway. I devoted my entire day to doing laundry, folding, putting away, and getting rid of years worth of clothing (seriously a 55 gallon bag + 2 trash bags). It wasn't so bad because it was crazy raining outside.

I have committed to reading a book a week in 2010 and I have been so inspired by my first week's choice and other books that relate. I am beginning to realize how much clutter and disorganization bring me so much unhappiness and angst. It's my goal this year to declutter and simplify! You can find some inspiration here and here....

 

My first three books of 2010...

 

I forget how much happiness reading brings me. I have spent the past few weeks reading in bed instead of glued to my computer. It has been so therapeutic and rejuvenating. I think this project is going to inspire me to do great things with my life.

Another goal for 2010, was to take a photo a day with my iPhone. Although I have awesome cameras...they are not always with me. They say the best camera is the one that is with you! So, I'm committing to capture a significant or memorable moment of each day with my iPhone. I can already see the value of this project as the days begin to fade into one another. Time fades, and I hope to capture at least one moment from each day in 2010.

 

I was seriously so affected by today's show of texting while driving on Oprah. There were some heart wrenching stories of loss as a result of drivers using their phone while driving. I am so guilty of this! They say it's worse than driving while under the influence. I can believe it! I wonder why we still choose to do it? Well, no more! I'm committing to no cell phone use while driving. I can't imagine the reality of the loss of a loved one, but especially the loss of my little Brookie. Oprah has a campaign going here. Can you commit? Here's the pledge...

I pledge to make my car a No Phone Zone. Beginning right now, I will do my part to help put an end to distracted driving by not texting or using my phone while I am driving. I will ask other drivers I know to do the same. I pledge to make a difference.