My New Year's Resolution

So here they are. We all have them, so I am posting mine so other people can keep me accountable...because there is no way I can motivate myself.

1) Be a good father and husband. Sometimes I miss the forest for the trees, and lose sight of why I am here. I am here to be a role model for my kids, and an inspiration and provider for my spouse. That needs to drive me this year (and every year!).

2) Workout at least 3 times a week. Soccer counts as a workout. So does refereeing. I gotta use the treadmill at home more, too. Even though we bought it for Steph, I should be getting on it.

3) Learn to cook. This means without a book in front of me. Too often I wait for Steph to make something, or I make something simple. When I say learn to cook, I mean nice, gourmet meals...from scratch.

4) Create a website for Steph's business. We have had the domain name (www.sassitudes.com) for nearly 2 years now, and still nothing.

5) Make a difference in someone's life. (More on this one in a few days...think non-profit idea)

6) Learn to play a musical instrument. I used to learn the guitar as a kid, and I want to pick that up again. Might be nice for the kids, too, to see music in their home.

7) Restore a car. I have been wanting to do this for a while now, and I just need to get off my ass and do it. Ideally, a 1957 Chevy/Ford Pickup.

8) Put away $20 minimum from every paycheck for Christmas '06. I have to avoid the scramble I encountered this time round. That was crazy!

9) Make a concerted effort to go out with my wife, on a date, with no kids, at least once a month. Doesn't sound like a lot, but trust me, with a new born, it is! We need to make it a whole date night too, not just an hour at a bar or something. Nice meal, maybe a movie too, different town. Proper job!

10) Go back to England. This is self-explanatory. I want to get back with Jack and see everyone again and see how they are all doing. I have to take everyone too...Naomi also. Barring that...Disneyland.