I've never really been much for New Year's resolutions. I've just always figured 'Meh, another year of the same ol' shit everyday.' This year feels different, though. For some reason I feel the need for a change in my life. Maybe because I'm older now than I was a few days ago but I just need to change how I roll. I guess I'll start by making fun of the handicapped. In all seriousness though, I did feel the need to make a list of resolutions that I wanna get done. So, since I heard you were curious (and there's nothing wrong with that BTW), here it is:
1. Lose 50 lbs. I admit I'm fat but now it's time to stop accepting it. Plus, it seems like the best way to get in shape for...
2. Camp at least twice this year. Dayhiking is awesome (unless it's after dark O_o). There is a slight problem with this resolution though: I believe in Sasquatch. I'm being totally serious. Sasquatch scares the shit out of me and I'm really having trouble looking forward to camping with Him running around in the woods. I really need to get over this one though because of...
3. Be a Backpacker Magazine gear tester. I don't know if this one will be possible but I plan to give it the old college try. Funny story: It took me 16 years to get my two year associates degree. At least I'm not a quitter, are you?
4. This one involves my old southern belle flame: Get back to NOLA. At least once, even if it's for only a weekend. If you've ever been there, this one needs no explanation. If you haven't been, go.
5. Get published. This one is pretty much destined to happen. Kindle rocks with the Digital Text Platform which basically lets you upload a manuscript and charge people for it. Watch out Dan Simmons! Here's another funny for you: I submitted a story it took me seven years to write to Weird Tales and it was rejected. I then submitted it to Albedo as an entry for the Aeon Award for fantastic fiction and it was eventually long-listed for the 2008 award (It's A Bump in the Night). Ah, sweet, sweet revenge!
6. Get out more. Not just with my hiking. I also need to reconnect with some people and close some places down like I used to when I was kuhl.
7. Last but not least, and probably not even last: I've gotta move. I can't explain to you how shitty it is to live in Collinwood but it's pretty shitty.
So, there you have it. My list of stuff I gotta do. There are a few other things but they involve a lot of work and I'd hate to put too much pressure on myself. It's all about pacing. In case you forgot see, again, #3.
1. Lose 50 lbs. I admit I'm fat but now it's time to stop accepting it. Plus, it seems like the best way to get in shape for...
2. Camp at least twice this year. Dayhiking is awesome (unless it's after dark O_o). There is a slight problem with this resolution though: I believe in Sasquatch. I'm being totally serious. Sasquatch scares the shit out of me and I'm really having trouble looking forward to camping with Him running around in the woods. I really need to get over this one though because of...
3. Be a Backpacker Magazine gear tester. I don't know if this one will be possible but I plan to give it the old college try. Funny story: It took me 16 years to get my two year associates degree. At least I'm not a quitter, are you?
4. This one involves my old southern belle flame: Get back to NOLA. At least once, even if it's for only a weekend. If you've ever been there, this one needs no explanation. If you haven't been, go.
5. Get published. This one is pretty much destined to happen. Kindle rocks with the Digital Text Platform which basically lets you upload a manuscript and charge people for it. Watch out Dan Simmons! Here's another funny for you: I submitted a story it took me seven years to write to Weird Tales and it was rejected. I then submitted it to Albedo as an entry for the Aeon Award for fantastic fiction and it was eventually long-listed for the 2008 award (It's A Bump in the Night). Ah, sweet, sweet revenge!
6. Get out more. Not just with my hiking. I also need to reconnect with some people and close some places down like I used to when I was kuhl.
7. Last but not least, and probably not even last: I've gotta move. I can't explain to you how shitty it is to live in Collinwood but it's pretty shitty.
So, there you have it. My list of stuff I gotta do. There are a few other things but they involve a lot of work and I'd hate to put too much pressure on myself. It's all about pacing. In case you forgot see, again, #3.
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