Resolutions

I love New Year's resolutions, as they are profoundly indicative of humanity's innate desire for goodness.  Over the years, I've done the same thing I think a lot of us do: put together an unmanageable list of expectations and manage to maybe knock a few things off of the list, then neglect the stragglers.  In the spirit of a simpler 2012, here are my resolutions:

<li>Simplify.  I often take on more than I can chew: too many projects, too many groceries, too many to-do lists.  What really needs to be done and what can be done easier?  Ambition is a wonderful thing, but eventually one must learn to set one's own expectations.</li>
<li>Write more.  This goes on the list every year and is something I do not take enough time to do.  Specifically, write poetry.  Even if it's horrible.</li>
<li>Learn to say no.</li>
<li>Volunteer, once a month, at an activity to help the community.  I donate a lot, but I don't actually do enough to help those in need.</li>