resolutions. or maybe just resolve.

it was the best of times, it was the worst of times. and now it's over. goodbye, 2007, hello 2008! may the eight at your tail bode a better year around here!

in 2008, i resolve to:

- do less stupid shit. seriously. (or, rather, behave less idiotically)
- do more fun stuff. preferably with camera in hand.
- take a trip somewhere fun. perhaps beijing, or new zealand. or france.
- play out (i know, every year i threaten.)
- exhibit my photos.
- take a class, ideally in typography or lighting.
- brush up my french. start learning mandarin.
- beat this year's tally of 42 new books (and something like thirty old favorites) read
- sleep more. drink less better quality liquor.
- master the art of poaching fish.
- take a stab at coq au vin and cassoulet.
- sing more, just generally.
- be happy. worry less. smile more. love.
- be kinder to myself. be kinder to others.
- forgive. myself and anyone else who needs it.
- incorporate more glitter into my lifestyle.

i think that's enough to get me started, don't you? or do you have a suggestion or two?

update: oh, and also: be more patient! which probably should have topped the list, as there is little in my life that causes more problems than my tendency to rush rush rush.