Happy New Year!!!!

2012 is coming to a close and we welcome in the new year tomorrow.  It is hard to believe another year has come and gone.  I am really looking forward to 2013 and moving in a new direction personally.

I turn 37 this month and want to start making some changes.  I want to be a better husband and to put Jodi first more often. I want to start managing money more efficiently and saving for the future.  I want to take more time before making decisions.  I want to continue to grow mentally and strive to face challenges head on instead of hiding a way from them.  I want to take some courses to allow me to pursue long term career objectives.  I want to read more, learn more and listen more.  I want to get back to the gym and start feeling more alive physically.  Those are just some of the things I want to work on in the year to come.  I would not call them resolutions but, rather attainable goals for myself.

I really hope the US congress gets their ass in gear tonight but,  I have my doubts.  I am not quite sure why they waited till the last minute to sort all of their shit out with such an important deadline.  I guess its only the economic future of their country at stake.  I wish the politicians actually did what they were paid to do,  represent the people and not their personal agendas.  I suppose they do not have to worry about their economy as long as they keep getting their personal six figure pay checks.  I simply do not understand politics and what exactly the point of government is these days.

We are watching the Rockin Eve on ABC tonight for the countdown.  It is not the same without Dick Clark but,  Seacrest does a pretty good job.  We will probably switch to the Niagra Falls broadcast at some point which starts at ten.  Maybe we will actually head out next year and go to Toronto.  There is something comforting about being at home though and I would not trade it for anything.  Ollie is having a relaxing night on the couch.  Jodi is throwing some snacks in the oven and seems like she will make it till midnight this year.

I want to wish everyone an amazing 2013.  The new year offers a chance to start fresh and look at the positive side of life.  2013 will have challenges like any year but,  I have a feeling it is going to be a good one.

Take care and all the best.  Shawn

New Year,  New Chapters