10 Goals for 2019

Happy 2019!

Haven’t blogged in forever, I almost forgot how to post one! :) We ended 2018 on a good note and I’m ready to continue the good vibes. There’s a ton of fun things for us to look forward to, like the birth of my niece and a Phamily trip to Hawaii, but the biggest thing we’re crossing our fingers for is Brandon’s return! We don’t have a set date but I’m just happy we’re that much closer for his return. Fingers crossed. So, to get me through this new year, I’m writing out my goals because they helped me tremendously last year. Whenever I felt like I was feeling off, I looked back at this post and I was reminded of the direction I was heading toward.

Here are my goals for 2019:

1. Take care of my all around health.
Daily walks/runs.
Daily meditation.
Yoga 3 times a week.
Mostly low FODMAP diet.
Skincare routine.
2. Read 8 books.
Read the ones I have before buying new ones!
3. Cook more.
I’ve found my love for cooking again but now I want to try weaning off our meal delivery services.
4. Keep 12 plants alive.
I’ve more than doubled my plant babies and I couldn’t be happier! 4 out of 5 of the original are still alive!
5. Print photos and make memory books.
6. Be silly, dance, and sing!
I loved this reminder the most. It helped me shake off bad moods many many times.
7. Be accepting of love and affection and speak with kindness.
8. Make more time with friends.
9. Hit our financial goals.
10. Tackle our home improvement list.
This one’s exciting because I’m hoping a kitchen reno is coming soon! :D
Learn how to use a mitre saw.

and for good measure…

11. Get Brandon home.

Okay, so it’s exactly the list from last year with a few tweaks but really, why change a good thing. ;) We also have a family mantra “Finish Strong” (last year’s was “You Got This”) and I’m already seeing how our oldest is applying it to himself. :)

Here’s to a year full of smiles!
Akiyo

Lately

Took super late monthly pix this weekend. :) He's on the go so it's been a lot more difficult but only 1 or 2 more to go!

You guys, I made a big mistake. Baby Bear's last game wasn't last week, it was just the last game before the playoffs! Haha! He's playing tonight so please send luck his way and if you want to come watch, let me know! :D

Lots of Smiles,
Akiyo

Lately

Baby Love in the same outfit that his big bro wore for his first Children's Day.

This week was full of awesome accomplishments, including Baby Bear really learning how to swing and loving it. I think the fear from the time he fractured his arm in Japan stuck with him these past couple years but he was finally able to overcome it. Proud Mama right here! And this was also the first time Baby Love went on a swing. :)

My first Mother's Day with two babes and it was simply the best! My sisters each spoiled us with delicious meals and beautiful flowers. :) Brandon gave me my presents a little early by letting me fix up the front yard. We have a long ways to go but it's a HUGE improvement. Can't wait to share!

It's always hard to take a good photo, haha! (And in case anyone else is wondering, no, I'm not pregnant. Just "baby weight" I have yet to lose.)

We wouldn't be where we are today without this beautiful, caring, superwoman! We love you mom! <3

I also want to remember how proud I am of Baby Bear this past week. He was struggling a little with baseball but he put in an hour every day after school to practice on his own. By Friday's practice with the team, his coaches were surprised at his improvement so he was starting pitcher on Saturday's very important game!! He did amazing (struck out a few kids!) and I'm just so proud of him for not giving up! His team won and is now tied for first. His last game is this Wednesday so we're really excited to see what happens!! :'D

Oh and as for Baby Love... Our little monkey learned to climb out of the crib, high chair, shopping cart, walker, rocker... you name it, if it doesn't have a five point harness like a carseat, he can wiggle his way out of it. Haha! So now we have to baby proof everything in the house. Hopefully no more big bonks on the head. Or is that wishful thinking? ;)

Lots of Smiles,
Akiyo