New Years Outlook and to do list

Well, here we are a little over a week into the new year and I gotta say, sorry for the lack of updates or activity here on DA. I've been so overwhelmed with work pulling overtime shifts of 40 plus hours each week. But, now that I've talked to my boss about cutting my hours down some, I am hoping that now I can devote more time to what I'd like to do during my free time. 

This year, I want to be more active in terms of art production while also bettering myself in terms of overall health. 2017, especially in the end, has been very draining of my mental and physical health and I'll be honest....I almost took drastic measures that I'm glad I decided not to go through with. I made a promise to my family and close friends that I was going to better myself with the new year and that is what I intend to do. This also means standing up for myself better and not letting people step all over me, let alone take advantage of me as well. 

It's like my Mama says, "New year, new me." And I'm gonna look it like this! 

As far as my to-do list I have, there are several trades I am in the process of working on along with a few other little side projects I've had in mind for the time being! It's all in the matter of time and how I am able to manage it with my job. 

Here is my list of trades so far:

(Sketch complete, just need to line and color it!)
(Sketch complete, just need to line and color it!)
(Not started, will sketch soon! Have not given trade ideas in turn. (I need to do that, sorry for making you wait!))

As far as any other trades go, I am not taking any more at the moment. I have enough as is. If we discussed for possible trades and you are not listed here, it is because I am still unsure if you are willing to trade. 

As far as gifts go for belated birthdays, those will be in the works but late. Projects will be kept to myself, but posted along the way! 

Anyways, hopefully this new years brings a lot of better vibes for many of us, including myself, to be more productive, healthy, and motivated!