Some Family Vaca Thoughts

It's been nice to see family and friends that I love and respect. I feel like this vacation came at a time when I have been particularly struggling to figure out life and how to be happy. Some things I've noticed and want to implement:

1. Wake up before the kids for some quiet, personal time. Maybe not 5am like Corinda and Matt, but earlier than the books. Things to do with that time (not all at once): write in journal/blog, exercise, NOT clean (or clean, depending on my mood), read a book, read scriptures, go to temple, shower and put on makeup...imagine that =)
2. Get an indoor exercise bike for days when I don't make it outside. That way I can feel good while reading or getting a me moment while Cammy watches a show.
3. Be positive. Put quotes up that inspire me. Put scriptures in mirrors. Put pictures up that make me happy.
4. Enjoy the moment and stop trying to plan so much for the far future.
5. Pinch pennies...maybe. I like to buy new things. I like to get crazy good deals, too. Oh, what to do, what to do. This is a hard one.
6. Keep eating healthy. I've let us eat a ton of sugar and my emotions can feel the roller coaster. It smells a bit more than before, too, if you get my drift. (hah! My birthday is in 2 weeks!!!) Speaking of which, I have a can of whipped cream in the fridge. I think I'll go grab that and indulge myself a bit more...=)
7. Projects: oh, how did this make it to this list? Anyways:
1. Paint bench and coat rack
2. Screw in office shelves; buy baskets and organize office