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14 Mom Resolutions for 2016

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Can you believe that 2015 is almost over?? In a matter of hours, 2016 will arrive, and we will all think back on all the things we DIDN'T accomplish in the last 365 days. If you're like me, you're probably ready to hit the ground running. New year, new me and all that. Right? RIGHT?!

But maybe you're not sure exactly what you want to do with your year. Or your life for that matter! Don't worry. I'm here to help. I've come up with some great resolutions you can use to make 2016 the best year ever. After all, as moms we have the burden of not only our OWN lives, but those of everyone around us!

So here they are. My Real Mom Resolutions for 2016. Enjoy! And may your year be totally awesome!

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

Wine makes everything better anyway, right?!

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

This really should have been one of last year's resolutions...

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

Though often the pee time is the only me time I get.

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

We're in this together. May as well try to enjoy each other's company while we can.

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

Except the mailman who always seems to catch me just as I'm coming out of the shower...

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

But it sure is fun!

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

If it's good enough for grandma...

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

And any day that ends in Y

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

Though what is more flattering than pit stains, really?

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

God made dirt... dirt don't hurt...
So sayeth my best friend's mom whom I assume was eaten by all the ants and cockroaches that hid in her cupboards

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

Though my oldest does a GREAT impression of "Mad Mommy."

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

Eric Carle is totally fine, though.

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

Besides, you already have years worth of both

Real Mom New Year Resolutions for 2016 | A Mother Thing

Bonus points if you make an edible craft that you can gorge on later.

So there you have it. Some great ideas to keep you motivated in the new year. If you have one you would like to add, please feel free to leave a comment. Give us all a good giggle! Happy New Year All!


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