I've never been a faithful New Year's Resolution keeper. I have nothing against wanting to better your life, but I prefer to improve year-round (not just the first two weeks in January). So this year, instead of short term goals, I find myself constantly thinking of the blessed opportunity I have to be a positive role model for this baby (who continues to kick my ribs harder and harder each day - thanks for that Lyla). Expecting a daughter in less than 3 months, I keep thinking about the core values, morals, and life teachings I want her to soak up. I know that as her parents, we can't make decisions for her, but I believe it's our responsibility to provide the proper tools to handle life's ups and downs at least better than we have. No one is perfect and I have made more than my fair share of mistakes, so I'm not preaching perfection. But it's how we pick ourselves up after we fall down that shows true character and I'm determined to build strength and confidence in Lyla. In no particular order...
I want her to know that she can do anything, that nothing is out of her realm of possibilities.
I want her to love strong and true, regardless of how it turns out.
I want her to have faith in the Lord and to know that she is never alone.
I want her to treat others with respect, compassion, empathy, and dignity.
I want her to possess confidence and independence, never an extra in someone else's movie.
I want her to recognize the consequences prior to the decisions.
So I realize that she is going to be her own person with her own priorities and dreams. I just can't wait to meet her and get to know this little lady. For my New Year's "Resolution" for 2010, I'm excited to begin my journey as a mother and mentor to an amazing woman someday.
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