NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS

Most years I refuse to make resolutions because I hate breaking them. I only make resolutions I can keep.
When I decided to quit smoking, it was not a New Year's Resolution, or for the "Great American Smoke-Out" . It was because one morning I woke up with a sore chest and started coughing up greyish-green phlegm. Then I looked in the mirror and saw all these little wrinkles and dark circles under my eyes. I said, "THAT'S ENOUGH!" I quit smoking with the help of the good old fashioned Tootsie Pop. That white stick sticking out of your mouth and the motion of taking it in and out of your mouth did the trick. Not to mention, there was a much better flavor and with a chocolate center bonus!!!
When I began my exercise and eating program to get healthy, it was not for the New Year. It was my personal new year, my birthday.
One New Year's Resolution that I made 7 years ago and have kept it to this day was to improve my dental health and hygiene. I now see my dentist every six months for check-ups and regular cleanings. I have never had a root-canal, thank God, but I came close which was the reason for the resolution. At my last appointment, the dentist told me I have excellent oral hygiene. And coming from my young adorably cute dentist, that was a wonderful compliment.
So make your resolutions in a practical, thoughtful way, and set goals realistic enough to keep. HAPPY NEW YEAR!