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Well, New Years is just around the corner. I think I've gotten quite a few things accomplished this past year... maybe not as many things as I would have liked. I dabbled in the Dot-Com thing... I have good health still, I'm getting to understand photography... I've got some new hobbies.

What should I resolve to do for next year though?

I guess my new resolutions will be for a better outlook on life. To finally put time into that violin that's been sitting in my closet ever since I bought it on Ebay. To put just a little more energy into my website. And maybe, to even make some money with some "realistic" business ideas. :)

I guess what's even more important than all of that is that I hope I will learn more about myself and my own potentials. That I Will be able to help another human being at least a few times more. That I will be able to better myself and encounter new friends as well as old friends in a new light.

The year itself is just another number. But the goals and the events from now till then and from then till the next time. They are the milestones I hope to be able to set and be guided by.

Happy New Years to everyone!

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  • A few years ago I made the New Year's resolution that changed my life:

    "Stop making New Year's resolutions!!"

    ... and it's worked wonders! I'm not trying to belittle anything that you want to accomplish, but do it because you want to, not because it's another number and you feel obligated. I found this has worked for me but, as always, your mileage may vary, void where prohibited, and not meant to be a lifesaving device.
    • Well, I'm already working on my New Year's resolution - to get a grip on my finances, particular. I'm (finally) switching banks, to one that gives me more for my money, then I'm going to do the same for my investment fund and my pension. I probably won't be hugely better off as a result, but I'll have all my money where I can keep tabs on it, and that will be a big improvement!
      • Banks are very tricky entities. I have 2 accounts, one with money that goes for tuition and another for rent/food/fun. At least student accounts are saved the usual gouging on service charges, but we pay for it with crappy interest and NO costumer service when we need help (good thing my mom is an accountant). Best of luck with that!

        Once I learned how to make and stick to a budget (which was rather recently I am afraid to admit - there nothing like wanting something so very very badly to get you to tighten your belt) I found I have more money just because I know where it is and where it goes a lot better.
        • Banks are very tricky entities. I have 2 accounts, one with money that goes for tuition and another for rent/food/fun. At least student accounts are saved the usual gouging on service charges, but we pay for it with crappy interest and NO costumer service when we need help (good thing my mom is an accountant). Best of luck with that!

          Interesting, sounds like you have the same situation where you are (Canada, yes?) regarding the service provided by the major banks.

          Here in the UK, the majors (Barclays, Lloyds, Natwest, HSBC) all score very poorly for both service and interest rates, but are now being challenged by newcomers, in particular Internet-based banks like Smile, Egg and Cahoot, that provide much better service.

          After a lot of prodding of the Government, the process of moving from one bank to another has been much improved, so it takes weeks rather than months to transfer bills, direct debits, etc.

          On top of this, the majors were thwarted in their attempt to impose charges on people using other banks ATMs to get at their money - particularly galling to customers, given that the majors have closed lots of local branch offices, and the small fact that the ATM network's cost had already been recouped several times over, oh, and the even smaller matter of their being no real justification for the charges in the first place!

          Banks are particularly keen to entice students, since they are usually financial virgins, and the banks hope that inertial will ensure that the student customers stay with them beyond graduation. Having a bank with an office or ATM near you is a plus, but that doesn't mean you should put up with poor service. Keep a weather eye open for any opportunity to switch to someone who gives you more for your money!

    • *smiles* Thanks. :) Hope you had a Happy New Years!

      Took a trip with my gf to Vegas to get away and see the New Years happenings there. It was great! Though very tiring. ;_;

      Ever since 9/11, it has been a pain to fly so I drove... then from there, went to the auto show in LA.

      It has been a busy week of New Years... and I'm glad to be back! ^_^

      *smiles* I guess I'm partly making resolutions because of the number... but also because I need to get a good handle on my finances. Something I see MonTemplar is working on as well. ^_^;;

      I'm also going to try to meditate more. I keep telling friends that they should find time away for themselves and here I am either working or driving or at home tinkering, but never winding down.

      Vegas really was fun. And I got a chance to take pics of some really nice cars in LA.

      Getting away for New Years really helped to clear my head and give me new ideas for projects to work on.

      *grins* Mileage indeed: Distance travelled: 1275 miles. (Bay Area, CA => Las Vegas, NV => Los Angeles, CA => Bay Area, CA)

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