Wow. Where the heck did 2009 go? It's hard to believe that a year ago I was only starting at this job, the frightened newbie without a clue. I still feel like I haven't got a clue some days, but for the most part, all is well. One more year and I'll be fully vested with the 12% of my income the put in the 401(k)! Definitely incentive to stick around. That and the amazing insurance. But in any event, that is not what my post is to be about.
I have a lot of goals this year. Some are financial, some are not, but I believe they are all tied together in one way or another. Ultimately, they will all make me happier (I hope!).
1. Exercise regularly, thus becoming healthier and dropping 30 pounds (yes, I do have 30lbs to lose. I'm not sure where it's hidden, but it's there and I don't want it anymore!).
2. Be more focused on meal planning. And not just the usual 10 meals I rotate through. I want to find new recipes, explore new foods (even veggies), and cook at home so blue_wagon and I are healthier and happier. And save money on eating out, which we will still do occasionally.
3. I want to pay off the $750 on my Chase card. Buh-bye!
4. I want to pay off the $5000ish on my CapOne card. Some of that will be reimbursed from my freelance project (I paid for shipping, they owe me over $200).
5. I want to save up for the photographer and band for our wedding. If our parents let us pay.
6. I want to get $5000 in the Emergency Fund.
7. I want to save $10000 in other savings funds: clothing, vacation, house/pool, car, medical.
8. I want to actually finish my damned novel. And start the next one. And find a literary agent. I need to stop procrastinating and face the music. Either it gets pubbed or it doesn't. End of story. Beginning of the next one!
9. I want to get into photography again.
10. Not turn into bridezilla.
11. Have a blast at my wedding and on my honeymoon.
I guess that about covers it!
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