Monday, January 3, 2011

Let's Begin

Today you might say is the official beginning of the year when it comes to business and being back to work... The weekend was perfect for those of us who needed a little extra sleep from the New Year celebrations and also to enjoy the "art of doing nothing", make some resolutions and just getting mentally ready for 2011.


Beyond making resolutions that rarely ever we keep after January I though more of better ways to enjoy the year and just live it in general:
  • Eat better: that includes not skipping meals especially breakfast wich I tend to do very often. Along with that try to buy locally grown products, hormone free meats and dairy, eat more fruits, and eat less ice ream (my weakness!) or sweets in general.
  • Play more in the kitchen: I want to create better food that brings together my love for design/creation and food... we'll see what recipes come out of this.
  • Work on that little thing called spirituality: I believe no matter what faith you practice it provides you with a tremendous amount of peace and focus, especially when days are not that bright.
  • Add some form of workout to each week: dance, walk, run or swim... whatever it is we need to get out of out chairs and get out bodies moving!
  • Read, read and read a little more: turn off the TV and all those nasty people screaming at each other because they don't contribute in anyway to our lives.
  • Go places: go out and explore because it's a big world out there that deserves to be seen in person.
  • Give back: there's a lot of people out there who don't even have internet like we do... find a way to help them!
  • Take care of mother Earth: whatever you do even if it's a little bit helps because she is pretty upset about what we've been doing with what she's given us...

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Simple ways to live by and enjoy what lies ahead of us in 2011... Talking about the future, I will be changing a bit the format of what you'll be reading here. The idea is to offer you better information and for me to find things that are of interest to all of us.

Have a great first week of 2011!

38 comments:

  1. little luxury listJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Great list! I'm definitely going to try to read more and be more careful not to skip breakfast as well!

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  2. Diana MieczanJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    I really love your list, sweetie...I am planning to eat better too and enjoy this year as much as I can
    Hugs and kisses, darling
    Happy New Year

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  3. Jane Kilpatrick SchottJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    You are absolutely right about things we should do....I HATE those people screaming at each other! NO MORE I say.

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Love your list and I need to do all of these things as well. Especially the eating better. xo

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  5. anitaJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    LOVE your list!!
    I agree 100% with each and every one.
    (Now to practice and put into action; I don't know why a lot of it is hard for me.)

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  6. StephanieJanuary 3, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    I love your list! Such good ideas. I think we can all follow these for a better life.

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  7. erika soroccoJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Ooh, what a fabulous list!

    Happy, Happy New Year, my love!! :)

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  8. BrandiJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Elie, you have just a perfect list of resolutions -- every single one rang true in my heart. Here's to a fantastic year for us both. I'm sure we'll accomplish all we dream of.

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  9. jeanette from everton terraceJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    A few of these are always on my list, good ones all of them. I especially like the reminder to read, it's one of my favorite things to do and I didn't make enough time for it last year - must remedy that one.

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    we have very similar goals this year: to be healthier + more well-read. good luck to us both :)

    xo Alison

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  11. Connie @ SogniESorrisiJanuary 3, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Great resolutions. There is something wonderful about the art of doing nothing.

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  12. StaceyJanuary 3, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    I love your list and share the same sentiments! Great post to kick off the New Year! XX

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Happy New Year to you... Your resolutions sound great.. I dont really know what happened to my list..

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  14. Ana DegenaarJanuary 3, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Amazing list! I wish the same!
    I hope you have a blessed 2011!
    xx

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  15. UnknownJanuary 3, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Such a healthy and happy list, these are many of the things I am working on in the new year too! Can't wait to see your new changes. Hoping your first week of the new year is a good one!

    xo Mary Jo

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  16. kimbirdyJanuary 3, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    that's a beautiful post! several of those have been on my list of bettering my life too. i wish you great strength and blessings as you move into this new year with your goals!

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  17. Gorgeous GlamJanuary 3, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Great words of wisdom to live by this year! xo Taj

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  18. Tiffany KadaniJanuary 3, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Yes on the dancing more and triple yes on the spirituality. A committed life is a fulfilled life.

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  19. Jaime @ laviejaimeJanuary 3, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    nice resolutions! happy 2011 :)

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  20. JosieJanuary 3, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Those resolutions are FAB, my dear -- I love your one about adding activity. Happy new year, doll!
    xo Josie
    http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

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  21. drollgirlJanuary 3, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    love the pictures and the goals you have set! some are similar to mine!

    and cheers to 2011 being a super year! :)

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  22. CarolineJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Well said and so true! I love your lists. xo

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  23. UnknownJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Great list! I like the idea of working out every week and dance is a wonderful idea!

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  24. designchicJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    I so agree with you on all...now to implement!! Hope your 2011 is fabulous!

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  25. Kimia KlineJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    what a gorgeous set of photos. many thanks for all the inspiring words as well!

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  26. JessJanuary 3, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    What lovely resolutions! I'm right there with you on many of them - especially the one about turning off the tv and reading! I plan to read before bed every night - for at least 20-30 minutes. Just hope I can find the time!

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  27. audrey marieJanuary 3, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    i love your resolutions! reading more and exercise (yoga) are on mine as well!

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  28. Style, She WroteJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Eating well is definitely a worthy resolution. I am going to try to do the same. Happy first week of 2011 as well! xo style, she wrote

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  29. MariaJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    you are right! great first week to you too. Hug

    http://design-elements-blog.com/

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  30. Clare BJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    A lovely list. so many of these things are on my wants, needs and 'have to haves' for 2011.

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  31. Couture CarrieJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    Lovely resolutions, darling!
    Happy 2011!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  32. UnknownJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    great list and great inspiration!!! I will add a few to my to do (yes hitting the gym) happy 2011!
    xxBarbara

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  33. BonBon Rose Girls KristinJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    I totally need to play more in the kitchen! Mine didn't see enough of me last year...Happy new year!

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  34. Krysten @ Why Girls Are WeirdJanuary 4, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Fabulous list, I hope you accomplish everything you want to!

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  35. Marisa SeguinJanuary 4, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Hope 2011 is going swimmingly for you thus far. This is a beautiful list of aspirations and I'm sure 2011 will be magical if you can incorporate even of few of them into the year!

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  36. BrittanyJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    great list! i hope you had a great holiday and have a wonderful new year!

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  37. A Crimson KissJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    I absolutely love your goals for next year-and I think they're so much more positive than making those impossible-to-achieve resolutions! Can't wait to see what 2011 will have in store for all of us!

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  38. BrigittaRJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    This is lovely, thank you for sharing.
    I really encourage your focus on faith. It's something that's not always easy but it has changed my life.
    Cheers to the new year x

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