2008 -- Year of the Polar Bear

I have no idea if 2008 is the year of the polar bear, but judging from the weather so far, it's a good guess don't you think? I've been horrible at posting updates. I'll blame the move for that.

I closed on November 30, 2007, and officially moved on December 7, 2007. Molly made the move shortly afterward. I promise to post before, during and after construction photos later this week. I love my new place! I have a great group of neighbors and it really feels like a small community. I started an online neighborhood community through Google Groups so we could post questions, comments and concerns. I'd like to get involved with the HOA, but the community is still too new. I'll make that a second-half 2008 goal.

Speaking of goals, I've made a few resolutions (or goals) for 2008. After reading Shauna's blog last year, she made a good point about sharing your goals. The more you share and write down your goals, the more likely you are to achieve them. I'm sure Zig Ziglar or Flip Flippan said that. So here it goes for 2008:

1. Stop eating red meat. I did this for 3 months last year, but want to give this up completely. (Watch "Fast Food Nation" if this sounds extreme.)
2. Lose 14 pounds by July 2008.
3. Participate in another overseas mission or volunteer trip for the underprivileged.
4. Work smarter -- not harder at work.
5. Be more social -- ex...join HOA

I'll try to keep everyone posted on my progress toward these goals.

I'm excited about this Friday. I'm throwing a "post-holiday" party at the new place. So far about 16 people have RSVD'd. Do I know that many people? If you're reading this and it's not yet Friday, send me an e-mail and I'll send you directions and the speakeasy password. Party pictures will be posted afterward. Be sure to get your Picks and Clicks password before leaving.

Happy New Year!

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