The Final Sighs of 2007

Why the change of the year should bring more partying, more reflection, more promises/resolutions than any other date is a puzzlement, but it seems to be hard wired into all of us. 

Because of the change of one little number being written into our checkbooks, the gyms will all be more crowded this week, Weight Watchers will see a surge in business, some people will try again to quit smoking or maybe drinking, others will try to force out some bad habits and force in some good.  

I think it is a positive step to always attempt to look at our lives and look for honest and realistic ways to improve them.  So in that spirit, my 2008 resolution is singular in focus.  

To try a little harder.  Just a little harder.  

To do what I already know is right.  To be kinder.  To be more generous.  To use my time better.  To love a little more and hate a little less.  To be more tolerant.  To be more patient. To be more positive.  To eat a little better.  To exercise a little more.  To consider the environment a little more. To be a little less quick to anger.  To make better decisions.  

Essentially, to pause before instinct or habit takes over and consider whatever I'm doing. 

This singular resolution is both big in its scope and minute in its application.

Wish me luck.  I wish you all luck with your resolutions.