New Years Resolutions

I usually don't do New Year's Resolutions. When I resolve to do something, I usually don't. When I was trying to quit smoking if I said, "I am going to quit smoking." I didn't. When I just didn't smoke it was easier to quit. I don't think that quite explains what I mean but thats how it is in my head.

This year, however, I've decided to make a couple of resolutions. Here they are in no specific order.

1. I will answer my phone when it rings and I am not in a situation where answering the phone would be rude.
-Addendum: I will call back when ever I am free.
- Exception: 1-800 #'s and Private numbers.

Historically, I am known as the guy who doesn't answer the phone. I hope you haven't taken offense. My mother is surprised when I answer the phone. Nuff said.

2. I will run four times a week. My running schedule will be Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. I will come up with a mileage schedule soon. Running is good for me. I need things that are good for me. Oh, and I've decided to put my running stuff in its own blog. So, if you are interested in my running here's the new blog. http://runlikeyourbeingchased.blogspot.com/ (note the typo in the address, this was done on purpose because the non-typo address was already taken).

3. I will paint, write, and play more. I have filled my life with non artistic things. Art is good for me. I need to make that more of a priority. I know this one doesn't have a quantifier or a goal to keep but I will make the effort. And that is good enough for me.

4. I will run a sprint triathlon, three 5ks, a 10k and a half marathon in 2009. At least. Barring injury. You gotta have goals.

5. I will post in this at least once a week. So far so good.

That's what I got right now. I realize though that every day is a day to make resolutions and reserve the right to do so at anytime. Like I said in my last post its good to take stock, find room for improvement, and pat yourself on the back.