Isn't it Funny...

This past week has been interesting, very very interesting. I find it so funny, well funny isn't the right word but neither is odd. Every time I set a goal it's like a "Oooo let's see if Naomi can actually conquer this and then the game begins." I say this because I have had a few experiences this week that only happened I bet because I set these goals.

Wednesday night I left institute early to run to the Chinese Market to get some Chinese treats for my co-workers to celebrate Chinese New Years. I skipped out on seeing a really good friend I rarely get to see and was bummed about that. So, Thursday on my way to work I realized I left the treats at home. I was tempted to turn around but knew I am always late to work and wanted to be early for once.

I turn the corner and all the sudden, I see red and blue lights flashing in my rear view mirror. I knew it couldn't be me because I was finally going the speed limit...another first. He pulls up behind me on the side of the road.
I roll down my window half asleep.

Officer: Do you know why I pulled you over?

Me: No idea.

Officer: You passed a School Bus.

Me (Shocked!): No I didn't, where?

Officer: Where all those people are stopped behind the bus. 

I looked in my rear view mirror and saw some lights but they seemed fuzzy and far away.

Officer: Do you know how much that fine it?

Me: Yes.

Officer: How much?

Me: A lot.

Officer: $500. 

Me: Uhh ok.

Officer: I am going to give you a warning this time because you honestly seem like you don't know you passed it.

Me; Could you show me again where it was because I wouldn't pass a school bus?

I looked in my rear view mirror and it was on the other side of the intersection I didn't even pass by. Ugh, good thing it was a warning!

As I drove off I was reminded of my goals. "Have a good attitude, have a good attitude, have a good attitude." I kept saying over and over in my head. I knew that day was all down hill after that but I knew if I could have a good attitude things would get better. I feel like from that time onward till right now has been one thing after another. These three goals have been answers to my prayers when I have been searching for answers to simple pleas.

I am kind of nervous to create three new goals this month because it's like when you pray for patience or to be humble...well we all know not to pray for those things anymore.

Goals for February

D- Donate More. I choose this one not only on a selfish part that you get to write it off on taxes that I had no idea of before...but also I have so much stuff that I don't need or use. I move a lot and always have to box up stuff that I just can't quite get rid of or that I think I will need or use in the future. So I will donate and lighten up my load around my house.

E- Eat better and Exercise. This has actually been a goal since last year but I thought I'd add it on as a constant reminder and be held accountable to it. (It's going to really help me with my H goal next month!!)

F-Fun, Friendlier, and Family. I need to do a lot more with these three this month. I need to make more time for fun and have more fun! Friendlier..we'll let's just say the older I get I'm not as friendly and need to do better at that. I already did better today in my new ward, so this goal is helping me already. And with family...I love my family and I need to let them know that more. February is all about the love so it's going to be a great month!!