About Liz

I'm Liz. I'm a newlywed. I'm a newlywed with a great husband. At the wedding, I made the biggest commitment there is to starting a new life with my soul mate. Best feeling ever- but then all of a sudden, the wedding was done and I really wanted to focus on this new life- there was a lot my husband and I talked about doing "but we'll hold off until after the wedding" -- budgeting, planning, changing jobs? moving? After the wedding- I immediately wanted to start our new plans. But I am trying to learn that the whole idea of planning may take time, and it may take some goal setting.

I perceive myself as someone who likes to make things happen- just jump right in and make it happen. That can work out really well in some cases- like just drunkly grabbing a guys hand if you're interested in him (that's what I did when I met my husband) - but when it comes big dreams and life plans, you really have to work on them. I'm learning this by taking babysteps towards my goals. 

I love the challenges Julie and Jennifer and I participate in. They've helped me look at what I'm doing, and helped me to feel accountable to someone. So, the idea of doing this blog and having monthly meetings was awesome.

So, what are my goals?

• Give up the clutter I already have and stop collecting more!
• I keep everything, and seem to collect everything. I have a huge block when it comes to getting rid of things- especially anything that could have any possible connection to a memory or a family member. "Oh! My brother bought this book at a yard sale 10 years ago and gave it to me as a joke! I can't possibly get rid of it!" or "This book could really be important if I ever decide to write a book on (fill in the blank history topic) I shouldn't get rid of it." or "I auditioned for the Real World in this dress. I would like to keep it, even though it doesn't fit and has a hole in the back of it."
• Lose weight.  Not just get trim and healthy. Lose actual pounds. 
• I've been working out 3x a week since June 2012. Before that, I wasn't as healthy as I am now. I've started counting my calories in the last few months, but I am not losing weight. Sure, my clothes fit better, but I can still hope to lose weight. 
• I'm going to try out running. See how I like it. 
• Debt (my adultiness goal)
•  It's time to get serious about paying off my debt. Why? Because if we pay off our debt, we could be in a better position to make a career change, if we wanted. If Jeff decided to start a wedding photography business- it'd be much easier with no debt. So would everything really. And, I'd probably sleep better! (added bonus). 
• Career (another adultiness goal)
• We aren't expected to love everyday of our jobs. I need to start looking at what I gain from my job and my current position and make it work for me. I need a better attitude.