Bring on 2009

Well, it looks as if 2008 is officially over. I can say that I've definitely enjoyed it. As far as years go, it was a pretty good one for me.

For those of you who don't know, I got married in 2008. That was something that I really don't have anything to complain about. I've had some pretty good meals and a clean house since then. During that time, my job has stabilized into something full-time with pretty good benefits. And, it's actually something I don't mind doing when I wake up in the morning. I get to see a lot of the behind-the-scenes stuff in government as far as transportation and other things goes. And I've got some real cool, top of the line technology to use when it comes to getting my job done. 

My recommendations to all my readers is to: 1) get married to someone worthwhile getting married to, 2) get a job and become someone worthwhile getting married to, 3) work hard at enjoying what you are doing.

I guess I could use a few goals for 2009. I hadn't really thought about it much, but if I had to pick some, they could be: 

1.) Read a few more good books. I received some good ones for Christmas that I'm looking forward to getting through. My brother-in-law Zeke gave me some Lord of the Rings Middle Earth History books. Molly gave me a few true-life crime books, including a biography of Ted Kaczynski. I've also started reading the James Bond books, and I've got so say I've enjoyed them thus far.

2.) Build some stuff. I guess another goal of mine is to become more proficient in home repair / maintenance. Molly and I have been doing some remodeling and sprucing up our home, and I find I'm enjoying it more than I thought. I got a few power tools for Christmas, and I fully plan on making the most of them over the year to come.

3.) Get a bird feeder. Oddly enough, I like watching birds eat. I think I'm getting old.

4.) Develop a better spiritual life. I've noticed a trend to be satisfied with was I've already learned about God, and lack a desire to grow in that relationship. I need to have more of a hunger for spiritual things, and not just to for granted where I've been and my past "accomplishments." 

5.) Eat healthier and exercise. Yeah … sure ….

Well, goodbye, 2008! Bring it on, 2009!