Action Item List 2013

The term "resolution" makes it sound like i need to improve myself, which i so obviously don't. ;) but i do have a list of things i'd like to do in 2013.

1. get my flute fixed and start playing again

i played the flute for 8 years. i have a very nice open-holed flute that my parents spent a small fortune on back in 1989. i still have it, but it needs a severe tune-up. it probably won't cost much, it's just a matter of getting off my duff and taking it in.

2. running a trail race

i was going to run the Shiller Park 10k through Muddy Monk, but i had already volunteered for the Santa Hustle on the same day. and 10k might have been a bit of a stretch for my fat little legs. but alas, i really enjoy trail running and i'd like to tuck one of these under my belt by the end of the year.

3. knit something lacy

lacy scares the hell out of me. enough said.

4. ride my bike to work more

i have actually figured out a pretty safe route to work, so now i have to put in action. i said i was going to ride more in the winter, but honestly, i hate being cold and i can never seem to wear enough clothes to either a)keep me warm, or b)prevent me becoming a sweaty mess halfway through the ride. and spending $200 on a cycling jacket just doesn't appeal to me.

5. run more

i just need to get out there. it shouldn't matter how fast or how long. if i get out there, those things will eventually happen. of course, i need to get over this goddamn sinus infection first. it's really putting a damper on my fitness regimen.

more to come.