Friday, September 28, 2007

12 months, 12 goals

I have decided to set some goals for myself - 12 things I want to accomplish within a year. If I can knock one off the list each month, I'm doing great. The clock starts this coming Monday, October 1, 2007; I intend to have all 12 done by Wednesday, October 1, 2008. I will revisit the list every month on the 1st and post an update here. This is no meme, I just decided today that I need to get going on some stuff.

1. Take some guitar lessons.

  • I don't want to be the next Jimi Hendrix or anything...just want to be able to play a few blues and rock'n'roll tunes.

2. Weight loss plan - goal is 220 lbs. lean mass, 30-40 lbs. fat

  • One of the hardest goals on here, but damn it, I'm going to do it. I intend to document my progress on this in each monthly update, so if I'm slacking all my readers (both of you) can call me on it.

3. Go to a Canucks vs. Avalanche game.

  • I've been meaning to do this for a long time. This year, the Avs are at Vancouver 4 times: 11/9, 2/9, 2/27, and 4/1. Who's up for a trip to Van and when?

4. Complete at least one short film.

  • Got my script. Just have to get off my lazy ass and do this thing.

5. Update my will.

  • Haven't updated it since we had it done 5 years ago. Marriage changes some of the particulars, so we need to update it.

6. Start my son's college fund.

  • I've been meaning to do this since he was born. Need to do this one ASAP.

7. Design and make a good Steampunk costume for myself.

  • I've been thinking about making and selling Steampunk costume and prop stuff as a sideline. Could tie in to #10 below.

8. Fix my motorcycle.

  • I need to ride, damn it!

9. Play in a casino poker tournament.

  • Maybe I'll be the next Chris Moneymaker. Or maybe I'll get busted out on the first hand. Either way, I want to try.

10. Start a small side business.

  • I think everyone should have their own business at least once in their life.

11. Go on at least one decent length road trip.

  • It's about the drive, not the destination.

12. Visit either Vegas (could combine with #11!) or Amsterdam.

  • Preferably with friends. Got a preference? Gimme a vote for one or the other.

2 comments:

Will Tucker said...

http://billyocean.wordpress.com/2006/07/20/conversations-with-nick-on-nicks-list/

Memophage said...

I think Amsterdam would be a pretty significant road trip. :)

Seriously though, would love to join you for some trip. There's a lot of great country out there we've never seen.