Every year I sit down and write out a laundry list of resolutions. I found my 2007 list the other day and I think I actually completed two out of the 20! I definitely didn't rid myself of those "extra 10 pounds." In fact, I think I may have given the extra ten a bit of company. Bummer.

I started to write down my resolutions and by the second page, I thought to myself, this is crazy! How on earth can I accomplish all of these things in one short year!

So, I ripped them up and made three promises to myself.

1.) I let go of the losing a certain number of pounds and made a promise to myself to stay active and in shape.

2.) I also promised myself to enjoy my time in New York City when I'm not on tour. This is one amazing place and I feel that I need to spend more time exploring all of the wonders around me.

3.) The third thing is less tangible than the first two, but by far the most important. I promised myself to stay true to myself. As easy as it is to write down, it sure can be difficult especially when family or friends make comments or do things that make one think, "well, if I was only thinner/prettier/younger (fill in your own word), then maybe I'd be happier."

Well, the answer to that is pretty simple. Happiness comes from within and holding onto the things that I enjoy about myself and not letting others stomp on my self-esteem is my most important resolution this year.