Hello 2012

So now that 2011 is gone, 2012 is here along with all sorts of new people and adventures to come!  Every year I get people asking what goals I have set for myself in the new year, I figure I might as well continue the goals I have set for myself throughout the year because they’re usually things that don’t ever come to an end.  Overall, my goal not just for 2012, but also for life is to be better.  That includes being a better person all together but also to be better at the things I do in my every day and in my life. 

• I want to be a better teacher.  Yes, I have accomplished many things in my teaching career including two degrees, two endorsements, being a finalist for the PAEMST, teaching and influencing hundreds of students and co-workers, and being an example, but I know that I could also be better.  I want to get to know my students better.  I want to find new ways to teach concepts.  I want to be better at teaching literacy.  I want to be better at enjoying my career.
• I want to be a better friend.  I’ve gotten a lot better at getting to know others, but not so much at letting them get to know me.  I love to help others and to do things for people, but I want to be better at searching for things to do to help.  I’m better at putting my fear aside to open up and introduce myself to others, but I also still let it take control at times.
• I want to be better at my calling.  I can do the list items that need to be done each month or week…meetings, reports, lessons, etc., but I want to be better at getting to know the people in my ward and knowing their needs. 
• I want to be a better light of Christ.  I’d like to think that I’m a good example to others and that I teach others, but I also hold back in doing what I know I need to do and be.  I want to be better in reading my scriptures and saying my prayers.  I want to be better at attending the temple.  I want to be better in recognizing, listening to, and acting with the spirit.

So now that 2012 is here, bring it on!