Forget New Year’s! What’s Your Easter Resolution?
By A. Thompson Does anyone ever keep their New Year’s resolutions? I certainly never have! When the weather is miserable, and I’ve just dealt with all the Christmas craziness, I’m really not in the mood to give up treats, clean my house or place any other demands on myself. When do I feel fired up and ready for something new? Spring! The day’s are longer and warmer, the flowers are opening and the air is filled with renewal and vigor and the promise of something new. So I say, out with New Year’s and in with Easter resolutions!
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pring is already the time of year when we clean our house and tidy up the yard. Everything is blooming, the animals are having their little ones and those winter blues have been chased away by blue skies. Whether you celebrate a Christian Easter or you’re more of an Easter Bunny fan, this holiday is about rebirth and renewal. A Resolution to start something new is a perfect way to celebrate the season!
Take advantage of all those end-of-season sales to buy that special outfit you can exercise your way into. Use the warmer weather to get yourself out of the house for walks or even jogs.
Easter baskets are a great premise for gift baskets for local shelters, senior centers, or other charities that will get you out into your community helping others. Let the fresh air and sweet smell of newly opened flowers remind you why you want to quit smoking.
