Welcoming 2007

It’s hard to believe it’s 2007. My sister is exceeding in her second year of college, and that in itself is crazy. Overall, it was a good year. I graduated from WVU and started graduate school in something I enjoy: software engineering. I also started working full-time as a software engineer with IRC, thankfully giving up my old job at Coca-Cola (which consisted of 10-14 hour days on weekends and holidays only). But I’ll have to admit, the most gratifying news of the year was my engagement to Amie. Like I said, it was a good year. While I’m not really the type to set a new years resolution, this year there are a few things I’d like to change and/or do.

1. Read more books. I got a few for Christmas, so we’ll see how it goes.
2. Use a calendar on a daily basis. I’ve come to learn that my life is getting a little busier than I’ll admit, and a calendar would help me out tremendously. I like Google’s calendar, but it’s the only one I’ve used. Any other recommendations?
3. Keep a consistent workout schedule (yes, with cardio).
4. Increase my frugal ways and live on a reasonable budget. I’d like to learn more about investing, too, and do the most with my money at a young age. As expensive as life seems to be, I have a feeling I’ll need it.
5. Learn a new programming language. This will be extremely tough, as there’s little motivation to do it. I just think it would be good for me if I’m honestly going to pursue this field.
6. Take more pictures.

I guess that about sums it up. I’m sure there are other things I’d like to accomplish this year, but honestly, I’ll be lucky to get through 20% of what I’ve just listed. But that’s the idea behind resolution’s, right? Spend some time the last week of December and the first week of January deciding how you want to be introduced to the new year, and once you’re acquainted, you can give up. Well, that’s how I do it, anyway.