It’s the last 18 hours of 2009 and looking back I feel sad and a bit alarmed at how fast time passes (chronicles will come after the New Year). Right now, I’m just thankful my family and friends survived this challenging year and we’re all looking forward to the big changes on 2010. But specifically, what’s next for me?
- I wanna do more physical things. I’m done fitting gym into my schedule but I’m gonna try quick exercises everyday. Men’s Health Magazine said “Little exercise is better than no exercise at all.” But aside from that, I wanna spend more time walking, running, or playing with my dog. I wanna participate in a marathon as well.
- I wanna get serious about my career. I will make the big decision in 2010 and hope it’ll bring better things. And hopefully, I’ll find what I really want.
- I wanna start saving. My credit cards will be put to rest so unnecessary purchases will be prevented. In relation to that, I wanna invest in the stock market.
- I wanna spend more time with my family and Piglet. I read somewhere “I’m working for my family. There’s no point in working hard if I’ll lose the ones I’m working for in the process.”
- I wanna be more spiritual. I’ve started hearing Sunday masses again at 5AM because I feel most solemn and at peace during that time (plus our church isn’t filled with distracting crowd). I wanna continue doing that even when I have Saturday night commitments.
- I wanna do some charity work. The other day I arranged my closet and took out clothes that no longer fit. I plan to donate those to the orphanage. There’s an orphanage near my place so I want to dedicate time and support for them.
There. Despite the challenges I go through, I still receive blessings much more than I think I deserve. So, along with developing myself, I want to give back as well even in small ways. That’s how I want to live my life this year. I also have a list of resolutions but I’m embarrassed to post them. 
I’m welcoming 2010 with much hope, determination and positivity. Happy New Year everyone! 
