Where Did January Go?

I can't believe January 2012 is three/quarters the way through and I am still trying to get myself organized for the new year.  The key word here is "trying".  However, I have a feeling I'm not alone in the fantasy of resolutions vs. the reality of execution conundrums.

A fellow blogger came up with a ingenious idea (an idea he got from another blogger - we bloggers stick together).  He did not start his new resolutions January 1 but rather will be starting February 1, 2012.  The reasoning is quite rational.  There is much too much chaos in the merry month of December.  We all need a month to cool down and reflect before jumping head long into the stress of change.

I now wish I had adopted this idea myself. 

Would it have made a difference?  After spending some time reflecting on what I have accomplished in the last three weeks I think not. 

Have I accomplished all that much?

No, but I fear I would not have accomplished any more if I had waited.  The journey begins with the first step not at a given time. 

I have begun exercising again.  Not as strenuous as my goal stated.  I have plenty of excuses and trust me, I have used them all.  Still I have taken that first step.

I have lost five pounds.  Not a lot of weight but then I have not starved myself either.  I have simply been cutting out the excessive carbs I had been devouring and substituting them with fruits and vegetables.

I have not gotten much further on my book.  This one is a real struggle for me.  Still I haven't given up.  I realize the process is slow but I will prevail.

My house is looking better as I work on my organizational skills.  I have taken two bags of items to Goodwill since the beginning of the year and there will be many more following them.

Good thing 2012 consists of twelve months not one.  I still have lots of time to get my act together. 

I think I'll put on my exercise clothes on and get started on one of those goals right now.  How about you?