It’s that time of year when we reflect on all our failings throughout the previous 12 months and then draft a plan to repent, and sin no more. I set resolutions every year and of course I find I’ve not made the progress I’ve wanted come every December 31st. I could use this post to talk about the goals that have not been met; however, in order to create a more balanced recap I’ll focus on both the good and bad from the past year.
The Good
- In July of 2011 I transitioned to the world of vegetarianism. I’ve been happy with the transition and have not regretted it. Of course, I do miss Chick-Fil-A from time to time, but overall I’ve been very dedicated to my new life and have eaten meat only a handful of times since July. Going forward I want to continue diversifying my diet and cooking more at home. I’ve got a bunch of recipes to try and a vegetarian cookbook hiding somewhere in this condo.
- I work with a local non-profit, Operation Broken Silence, and this year we became a 501(c)(3) non-profit. I spearheaded the effort and was ecstatic that everything went as smoothly as it did. 2012 is a big year for us and I want to dedicate a lot more time and resources to making it successful; however, I’m still proud of the progress we’ve made in such a short amount of time.
Areas of Opportunity (Polite Way of Saying “The Bad”)
- Fitness. I’ve definitely fallen off the wagon. After March of 2010 I really slacked at working out. I’ve not gained weight or become completely out of shape, but I can do so much better. I want to be leaner and stronger and maybe have some awesome pecs. My nightmare is to wake up one morning with man boobs and a spare tire.
- Money. I spend a lot of it. My goal for 2012 is to hang onto more of it. I need my back-up plan in the event of unemployment or illness to be more robust than just “move in with granny and grandpa.”
Part I of my 2011 recap is short and sweet. Two strengths and two weaknesses. I will address the latter in my 2012 resolutions and hope to report good progress has been made this time next year.