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This is the time of year when folks bring up, "new years resolutions".
I have always thought it was kind of silly, if not tacky,,,to wait until the "beginning" of the year to decide to do something- which you should have already done, such as quit smoking etc.
BUT,2003 is looking to be one of many new things for me, so I thought I'd share some of my goals/plans for the upcoming year.
In 2003 I plan to,
#1:surprise my wife as often as possible.
We just celebrated out 13th anniversary, and I want her to always know how much she has meant to me. This means I need to bring home flowers a little more often, instead of just on birthdays & stuff. I remember once in a while I'd stop & grab a small bouqet on my way home from work. She'd ask what the flowers were for. I'd answer something like,,,,"oh well,,,, it's Tuesday,,and you always look so beautiful on Tuesdays."
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I can't remember the last time I did something like that, so it is definately something I am going to change!
#2; I am going to become an American citizen.
I am originally from Belgium, and have put off becoming a citizen for far too long. When I was a teenager, it didn't seem like something important. (of course when I was a teen, the only important things were cars and girls)
I am glad that my wife share's my political views and she always votes. I also want to be able to participate at election time. I have the application on my desk, & will be filling it out during the holiday season!
#3 I am going to make a "change" so that I enjoy going to work!
I am a third generation mechanic.... or technician in "today's terms". I have been around, and repairing cars for most of my life. I started by learning how to properly operate a broom, was an apprentice for years, and have been specializing in Mercedes for 21 years now. Basically, I have never done anything else. I used to love what I do, but many changes in the biz have killed my enthusiasm. Everything from skyrocketing equipment expenses,a changinng customer base, Gov't mandated expenses,& the daily B/S, etc,etc, have taken their toll on me.
I remember once that one of the Smiths said he had the greatest job in the world. I agree with him, because he obviously is doing something he enjoys.
I am going to invest time,capital, & energy into a new venture, which will make MY job the "greatest job in the world". (providing I don't go broke trying
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#4: I am going to build on very bad ass GT40 replica!
I am waiting for my GT40 to ship from GT40NZ. I remember very well, the joy my FFR project was for me & my daughter,,,,and am really looking forward to the GT40! I can't wait to take it to the track for a few laps!
#5: OK OK, so I should probably lose a few pounds.
..but hey, I can't help it,,,,, give any man the choice between tofu or BBQ ribs and it should be a "no brainer" as to his choice
Well, there's my list. How about you?
I have always thought it was kind of silly, if not tacky,,,to wait until the "beginning" of the year to decide to do something- which you should have already done, such as quit smoking etc.
BUT,2003 is looking to be one of many new things for me, so I thought I'd share some of my goals/plans for the upcoming year.
In 2003 I plan to,
#1:surprise my wife as often as possible.
We just celebrated out 13th anniversary, and I want her to always know how much she has meant to me. This means I need to bring home flowers a little more often, instead of just on birthdays & stuff. I remember once in a while I'd stop & grab a small bouqet on my way home from work. She'd ask what the flowers were for. I'd answer something like,,,,"oh well,,,, it's Tuesday,,and you always look so beautiful on Tuesdays."
I can't remember the last time I did something like that, so it is definately something I am going to change!
#2; I am going to become an American citizen.
I am originally from Belgium, and have put off becoming a citizen for far too long. When I was a teenager, it didn't seem like something important. (of course when I was a teen, the only important things were cars and girls)
I am glad that my wife share's my political views and she always votes. I also want to be able to participate at election time. I have the application on my desk, & will be filling it out during the holiday season!
#3 I am going to make a "change" so that I enjoy going to work!
I am a third generation mechanic.... or technician in "today's terms". I have been around, and repairing cars for most of my life. I started by learning how to properly operate a broom, was an apprentice for years, and have been specializing in Mercedes for 21 years now. Basically, I have never done anything else. I used to love what I do, but many changes in the biz have killed my enthusiasm. Everything from skyrocketing equipment expenses,a changinng customer base, Gov't mandated expenses,& the daily B/S, etc,etc, have taken their toll on me.
I remember once that one of the Smiths said he had the greatest job in the world. I agree with him, because he obviously is doing something he enjoys.
I am going to invest time,capital, & energy into a new venture, which will make MY job the "greatest job in the world". (providing I don't go broke trying
)#4: I am going to build on very bad ass GT40 replica!
I am waiting for my GT40 to ship from GT40NZ. I remember very well, the joy my FFR project was for me & my daughter,,,,and am really looking forward to the GT40! I can't wait to take it to the track for a few laps!
#5: OK OK, so I should probably lose a few pounds.
..but hey, I can't help it,,,,, give any man the choice between tofu or BBQ ribs and it should be a "no brainer" as to his choice
Well, there's my list. How about you?
