Goal #2

I have completed yet another task on my list. Yes, this particular item is ranked Number 2 on the list, but its number is rather meaningless. My list is NOT ranked in terms of importance. Instead, I compiled the list in a random brainstorming session one day when I was severely bored and never thought to reorganize it.

Nonetheless, I have accomplished this goal and I am proud. 

Goal #2- Try Curling

My experience curling this January marked my first foray into the “sport”. I use quotations here, because I had often mocked curling in the past. I had questioned its place in the sport category simply for the fact that I couldn’t quite see the athleticism involved. Prior to my curling attempt, I would have categorized curling as a game, akin to the likes of shuffleboard, bocce ball and darts. To be fair, curling is not the most athletic of the Olympic sports. I think we can all admit that the men and women of curling don’t undertake the same grueling physical training as say, a skier or swimmer.

Disagree? Please compare the physique of Olympic gold-medal winning swimmer Michael Phelps to Olympic gold-medal winning Canadian curler Kevin Martin.

Michael Phelps

Kevin Martin

 

Ah ha! You see! The swimmer triumphs. In fact, I tried to find a picture of Kevin Martin shirtless for a more accurate comparison, but the distinct lack of shirtless photos leads me to inevitably conclude that he is not as proud of his physique. It also left me wondering how many people attempt a Google search of a topless Canadian curler, but that’s beside the point.

But despite the fact that curling may be less of a physical sport than some others, I can now appreciate that it does involve some degree of athleticism. So, to all you nutty broom-wielding curling aficionados, I apologize. Because let me tell you, after curling for 2 hours straight, I was certainly having trouble walking for the next 3 days. My gluteus maximus was maximus-ly sore. That sport used muscles in my body that I surely hadn’t known existed. And more than that, I came to appreciate the difficulty of the sport and the amount of skill involved in playing it well.

Overall, a very enjoyable experience and one that I will certainly repeat! Why don’t you give it a go, eh?

Goal #45

I've done it! I have accomplished one of my many goals. This particular goal was number #45 on my list.

Goal #45- Complete an Entire Crossword Without Help

Here's my proof. As you may see here, the level of difficulty is Level 2.  Perhaps it was not the most challenging of puzzles. But I view this as a tremendous accomplishment considering the amount of times I have attempted crosswords and been stuck not knowing one or two answers.

You see my friends, it is important to take pride in the little things you do in life. All hail me, crossword queen.

I know you're jealous.

Thought of the Day

How do some people get their driver's licenses!?

I would like to think of myself as a good driver. I've never had an accident, or an incident of road rage, and I don't understand the desire of so many drivers to rush through a changing light in order to shave 5 seconds off their commute.

And although I have so many of these great qualities in a driver, I still managed to fail my driver's test.....twice.

So, you can imagine my consternation when I saw that this person, likely with a valid license, couldn't park to save his life.

Throughfare? This guy doesn't think so.

Picture of the Day

I begin with this picture. This picture is framed and resides on the wall of my parent’s kitchen. It’s one of those pictures that has been in my house for as long as I can remember, but I only just recently looked at it and said “Whaaaat?!?”

Well, the sentiment here is very sweet, you might say. Yes, I agree, it’s a very nice thought. The sentiment is likely why my parents have held on to this gem for over 2 decades. But what is going on in this picture!?! There are obviously 2 sheep, one appears to be male and the other female (as evidenced by the bell and flowers adorning their necks, respectively) and my best guess would be that the sheep are preparing for a wedding. It appears that this wedding is going to be presided over by their barnyard friends the goose and the rabbit. One can deduce that this ceremony is going to occur by the fancy attire worn by their guests (note: the goose and rabbit are wearing bowties). It’s obviously going to be an outdoor ceremony, which goes without saying. Whether the farmer will attend, remains to be seen.

New Year's Resolutions

Ahhhh. A new year, a new outlook on life. I personally have big plans for this year. In fact, I've made a list. A very long list. But my main goal this year is to DO things, to enjoy myself, to try new things and new experiences in an attempt to stave off boredom. Hence, this blog. This blog is my first effort of the new year. I've never had a blog before and generally don't think many people will be interested in my musings. However, in an attempt enter the world of social media, I will be using this blog to document my year. I will post thoughts, ideas, pictures and my attempts to check some resolutions off my list. I hope you enjoy my humble attempt to have boredom no more-dom.
I am always open to suggestions!!!

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