bachanon Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 my personal goals for '08 include:walking/working outbe a better example and mentorselling a rental propertytaking classes (i need to know excel and access)continue home improvementsbuy a new car (my ten year vehicle turns ten in june)commit more time to spiritual pursuitscommit more time to community involvementtake at least one vacation (i haven't left town in over a year)finish reading the fellowship: the untold story of frank lloyd wright and the taliesin fellowship by roger friedland and harold zellman, searching for god knows what by donald miller, creator and the cosmos by dr. hugh ross, on becoming a real man by dr. edwin louis cole, bringing up boys by james dobson and catch up on texas monthly.read velvet elvis by rob bell, revolution by george barna and ephemeral city.wow, it has become clear why certain pursuits have suffered, no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJones Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Well, I plan on these things:1) Sell my Oldsmobile.2) Lose 100 Lbs.3) Redo the flooring in my house.4) Redo my daughter's bedroom.5) Get the pool water back to BLUE !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomv Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 my personal goals for '08 include:walking/working outbe a better example and mentorselling a rental propertytaking classes (i need to know excel and access)continue home improvementsbuy a new car (my ten year vehicle turns ten in june)commit more time to spiritual pursuitscommit more time to community involvementtake at least one vacation (i haven't left town in over a year)finish reading the fellowship: the untold story of frank lloyd wright and the taliesin fellowship by roger friedland and harold zellman, searching for god knows what by donald miller, creator and the cosmos by dr. hugh ross, on becoming a real man by dr. edwin louis cole, bringing up boys by james dobson and catch up on texas monthly.read velvet elvis by rob bell, revolution by george barna and ephemeral city.wow, it has become clear why certain pursuits have suffered, no?Those are great , unselfish goals. I hope you achieve them all in 2008. Yes, they are quite ambitious, so you may need to devote extra time to #7. You're gonna need a little help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bachanon Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 Well, I plan on these things:1) Sell my Oldsmobile.2) Lose 100 Lbs.3) Redo the flooring in my house.4) Redo my daughter's bedroom.5) Get the pool water back to BLUE !!!i need to lose about 120 pounds. no kidding. i'm shooting for 5 pounds a month. i say that as i close the five pound box of premium nuts i received for christmas. guess i've had my handful for the day.Those are great , unselfish goals. I hope you achieve them all in 2008. Yes, they are quite ambitious, so you may need to devote extra time to #7. You're gonna need a little help!indeed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KimberlySayWhat Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 I don't make New Year's Resolutions, but the other day I decided I really needed to quit the habit of biting the inside of my mouth and my lip. My mom and my aunt have the same habit; I don't know why I do as well. I'm starting to see a crease on my chin and I don't like it one bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bachanon Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 huh? i wonder if it is somehow a stress relief function. i pick at my cuticles when i'm stressed. it's embarrassing and it's unsightly. perhaps you should have someone film you. this could set off a trigger before you start. i do not usually realize i've started picking until someone else notices or i hear it (seriously). i had someone tell me i should start smoking. not gonna happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomv Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 I don't make New Year's Resolutions, but the other day I decided I really needed to quit the habit of biting the inside of my mouth and my lip. My mom and my aunt have the same habit; I don't know why I do as well. I'm starting to see a crease on my chin and I don't like it one bit.You're not alone...http://www.43things.com/things/view/144460...ide-of-my-mouth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bachanon Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 amazing. i love the web. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendywc Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Work out regularly --- work out two to three times a week instead of the every once in a while mentality I've been doing now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KimberlySayWhat Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Interesting. I suppose it could be stress as I really start chewing when I'm having computer problems or if I'm anxious about something. Or as that link suggested, a form of OCD. I've had mild forms since I was little. bachanon:huh? i wonder if it is somehow a stress relief function. i pick at my cuticles when i'm stressed. it's embarrassing and it's unsightly. perhaps you should have someone film you. this could set off a trigger before you start. i do not usually realize i've started picking until someone else notices or i hear it (seriously). i had someone tell me i should start smoking. not gonna happen. So do I! In fact the nail biting, cuticle picking is something else I'm trying to break. Back in the summer one of my fingernails was going in all warped looking. A couple of months later, three more fingernails followed. I did some research that said it may be contributed to nail biting and picking. They look disgusting. I have to paint them before I go in public and sometimes I just don't want to mess with that. The four problem fingers also have black down in the cuticle, and no I didn't slam them in anything. My right thumbnail is starting to look a lot better. I feel all diseased now talking about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomv Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Work out regularly --- work out two to three times a week instead of the every once in a while mentality I've been doing now.Yeah, I've found that "every once in a while" mentality to be an absolute deal breaker. Way too much chance for feelings(as in "I don't FEEL like it today") to creep in.What works for me is an exercise plan that has a definite goal (4 times/week) so it's like a game, but that let's you mix it up a bit within that structure ("I'll go to the gym tomorrow instead of today; it doesn't matter as long as I meet my weekly goal"). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bachanon Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 that sounds severe. maybe if i had manicures i'd not do it as much. no, i haven't played piano for years. it's the lack of instrument playing, maybe! it's a subconscious result of not using a talent. or, maybe it's a lack of mimosas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bachanon Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 Yeah, I've found that "every once in a while" mentality to be an absolute deal breaker. Way too much chance for feelings(as in "I don't FEEL like it today") to creep in.What works for me is an exercise plan that has a definite goal (4 times/week) so it's like a game, but that let's you mix it up a bit within that structure ("I'll go to the gym tomorrow instead of today; it doesn't matter as long as I meet my weekly goal").that's the way i'm thinking. i have to have the walk/workout on the plate before my day begins. waiting until it's convenient or "i feel like it" never works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniepwils Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 My resolutions are: getting a Concealed Handgun License and read at least one big book a month.I already work out 5 days a week. I already eat healthy. I already save money (that is easy being single). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KimberlySayWhat Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 bachanon:that sounds severe. maybe if i had manicures i'd not do it as much. no, i haven't played piano for years. it's the lack of instrument playing, maybe! it's a subconscious result of not using a talent. or, maybe it's a lack of mimosas Played the piano just yesterday! I take it in spells, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bachanon Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 like i do with mimosas.....only in spells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HtownWxBoy Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Get back in shape (lost my six pack a bit... need it back!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memebag Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I have the same resolution every year:Have sex in zero G on LSD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bachanon Posted January 2, 2008 Author Share Posted January 2, 2008 I have the same resolution every year:Have sex in zero G on LSD. i may not need a spiritual quest after that. let me know how it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark F. Barnes Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Well, I plan on these things:1) Sell my Oldsmobile.2) Lose 100 Lbs.3) Redo the flooring in my house.4) Redo my daughter's bedroom.5) Get the pool water back to BLUE !!!What Sell the Olds? Why on Earth? Let me know if you really get serious.Need to lose weightWork LessClean out my fathers old shop.Add on to my ShopWork on anger management moreMake more time for family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewMND Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Cut way back on soda, and stop eating after 7pm. Also, go to bed before midnight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicman Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Also, go to bed before midnight. better luck next yr. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Just to get more thin. As I mentioned in a topic about 3 months ago to get in shape, I have exceeded my goal and am still going for more/less. Never felt better. Had to buy smaller waist pants, belts, etc. The community volunteer part you mention. I have been involved with numerous Non-Profit and Community based orgs for several years now. That alone will create a whole new life for anyone. Everytime there is an event, I make more friends and business contacts. My last goal is to be more aggressive on learning the native languages of Spain and Italy. I learned years ago but got a bit lazy not practicing. Another reason I need to find a local theater that features Foreign films. Cordiales saludos! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nativehou Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I'd like to:1) Have more nights out with my friends (if I can pry them away from their husbands and kids)2) Get a new challenging job 3) Go see more live music (now that the smoking ban is in place, that will be a lot easier). Might even host concerts in my house -- I've got the perfect room.and of course:4) Get healthier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomv Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 The community volunteer part you mention. I have been involved with numerous Non-Profit and Community based orgs for several years now. That alone will create a whole new life for anyone. Everytime there is an event, I make more friends and business contacts.That sounds good. Do you have any specific recommendations/suggestions? I guess it depends on what you're interested in, obviously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 At the moment, my resolution is not to murder while relatives are staying with me. It's amazing how when they stay over Mass murder doesn't really seem like a totally unreasonable thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 That sounds good. Do you have any specific recommendations/suggestions? I guess it depends on what you're interested in, obviously. Just PM'd you, hope you get. At the moment, my resolution is not to murder while relatives are staying with me. It's amazing how when they stay over Mass murder doesn't really seem like a totally unreasonable thing. That's hilarious. Your avatar evens emphasizes your angst. Can't help but think of Throw Momma from the Train. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelguy_73 Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 1) Achieve better balance in my life (do not let home improvements take over all of my free time)2) Successfully switch from evening to morning workouts3) Come up with a better way to keep track of birthdays and anniversaries4) Respect that there are multiple ways to get to the same destination and that my way isn't always the best one5) Under now circumstances buy the Volvo wagon we are currently obsessing over Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewMND Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 2) Successfully switch from evening to morning workoutsOh my, doing that sucks! I'm not a morning person at all, I'm very much a night owl, so waking up at 0630 in the morning is so hard to do, especially when I start to think about the fact that if I don't get up to work out, I can basically sleep for another hour. But the evening workouts weren't really working out for me, especially if I had to work late, there was just no motivation to exercise when all I wanted to do was go lay on the couch and watch TV. I started out with one morning workout, now I've worked up to 3 mornings a week, next week I'm going to try 4! Now I can go home after work and watch TV without feeling guilty, since I did my workout in the morning. I could always try going to bed earlier I suppose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 If everyone would stop eating sugar, bread and heavy salt. You will be surprised how much weight you can lose by not eating this junk. PS, Chromium Picolinate is a good fat burner and not costly. I just bumped up to 800 mcg so it burns more. I might need to slow down as I am getting too thin now. Clothes are too lose now. Thats a good thing right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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