Positive Polly

Wow, I hate that saying. One of my co-workers uses it. Every time I think of it, I hear this totally annoying valley girl-ish voice. Think Rachel Zoe (Like, oh-em-gee, this is a total diSASter. Bananas).

Whoops. I digress.

Nonetheless, after my anxiety-ridden tirade earlier, I was lurking around some baby blogs hoping to find good news. Not to be eternally pessimistic, but I found a crapload of decidedly not good news. So, I am going to get a more positive outlook (well, at least for tonight) and contemplate all the new things I want to tackle in life. Marriage, bachelor's degree, master's degree...check, check, and check. What next (besides, hopefully, mommyhood)?

1. Become a better cook.
I'm not an awful cook, and I enjoy it. I'm a closet foodie who would have Food Network on all day long if I could. The thing is, now that I've learned more about cooking techniques and textures, flavors, and seasoning, I see just how lacking my food is sometimes. The hubs loves it, but I wish that I had some actual skills. I need to develop my "signature dish" to take to church potlucks, at LEAST. I can't call myself a bona fide ministry wife without it! (Kidding!....mostly).

2. Do a 10k.
I've done 2 5ks, and I love the experience. I'm ready to up the ante and take on a 10k!

3. Develop a larger nest egg.
Duh.

4. See fall foilage.
My part of the country sees approximately 1% of fall color every year. Fall is my favorite, favorite, favorite time of year, and I would love to visit a place where I can really experience it. Not much traveling would be goin' on with a wee one in tow, but I doubt we'll be making the trip this year, so we'll see how long it takes to accomplish this one.

I'd be excited to accomplish these goals, but I'd also be excited if my pursuit is interrupted by someone small, sweet, and cuddly. =)