So, regular readers may remember that in December of 2007, I made a series of ten resolutions that I wanted to work on in 2008. Well, now that 2008 is nearly over, it’s time for me to “return and report.” Let’s just say this: FAIL!
1. Go to the gym at least twice a week – FAIL
I got a gym membership in January. By the end of February, I had stopped going. Between work and school, I don’t have enough time to clean my apartment, let alone work out on a regular basis. This resolution has been put on hold until at least June 23, 2009, at which point I will be finished with my MBA, and I may have enough time to work out now and again. Until then, walking the dog will have to count.
2. Stop spending so much money – EPIC FAIL
In addition to the list of things I purchased last year, we can add Surround Sound System, Digital SLR Camera, Playstation 3, Wii, Dell Desktop Computer, Sofa, Chaise Lounge, a bunch of clothes, a vacation to California (although that wasn’t too expensive), an iPhone, Two Zunes, and so much more! I have contributed to my 401k all year, although with the desperate economy, it’s looking more like a 201k these days. I have not saved much more than that. Bad Matt.
3. Get health insurance – WIN
This is one of the few areas that I did actually succeed. I have insurance. I even used it for the first time in 2008 when I had to have my ingrown toe nail cut out.
4. Eat more healthily – FAIL
I’m blaming this one on two things: my sugar addiction, and school. I don’t have time to cook as much as I’d like, nor do I have time to clean up after myself. So I’ve been eating out a lot, and the guy at the cubicle next to me at work ALWAYS has candy out on his desk. After Christmas, I decided to try and start another attempt to break my sugar habit, and I’m doing pretty well, but I’m only on Day 2. This year, I’ve come dangerously close to tipping the scales at 200 lbs, something I promised myself I would never do. So, I stopped weighing myself about three weeks ago. I figure if I don’t have confirmation that I have gone over 200 pounds, then I haven’t. Flawless logic, eh?
5. Break down the walls – FAIL
My walls and I are closer than ever. Next year, we’re going to visit every Major League Baseball Park.
6. Judge not – MEH
I’m somewhat less judgmental than I used to be before I moved here. Getting out of Utah will do that to a person. But, I’m also much more solitary than I used to be, so that helps. I’m calling this one a draw.
7. Make a new friend – MEH
I made a new friend. But then that friend moved to New York. I have a few more pseudo-friends in my apartment complex and from work, but we don’t hang out–which suits me just fine. I’m enjoying being alone much more this year. Another draw.
8. Stop complaining – EPIC, GARGANTUAN, BEHEMOTH FAIL
Enough said.
9. Serve more – FAIL
I’ve been putting me at the very top of the importance ladder this last year. Some of that has been good, some of it? Well, not so much. I did buy a bunch of toys for the Giving Tree at work this year, but that’s not really “service.” I did it because it gave me another chance to shop, which I love, and because I had the money. There was very little in the way of sacrifice involved.
10. Work harder in school – EPIC WIN
Of all the resolutions, this is the one I’ve done the best on. I’ve worked my tail off. I’m still sitting on a 4.0 GPA. I learned both accounting and finance on my own, which is no mean feat. I’m only six months away from achieving my degree, and then I’ll be free. But until then, I’m going to do this right. I want to graduate with a full 4.0.
So, that was 2008. 3 out of 10, if you count the draws as half a point each. Reminds me of my quiz scores in Mrs. Farley’s math classes in high school. I’ve not decided if I’m going to even bother with resolutions for 2009. Maybe I need to resolve not to be so apathetic. :)
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