6 days into the new year and I've had some time to think things through. As I sit here nursing a cold ale (yes I've switched from lager to ale, a little more sophisticated, no?) I've decided that 2009 is going to be a good year, a year of change (ok so I shamelessly stole that from Obama, but what the heck it's a great ideology. I'm not going to start a discussion on politics but one thing I want to say is - Obama, pleaassssse don't turn into a Hugo Chavez. I understand the reasoning behind the weekly YouTube address, but we don't need another 'Alo Presidente'. For now it's all cool and still quite professional, but please continue to keep it that way).

Right, on to the new years resolutions.

1. Inspired by fellow blogger OJ, I've decided, probably for the 100th time now, to post more on this blog. Starting from today.

2. Restore the work/life balance in my life. This is not to say I'm not giving it my all at work, but it's about knowing when to draw the line. No point being in NY if I'm not getting to experience life in NY.

3. Procrastinate less. I'm actually breaking that resolution right now as I'm supposed be packing for my move this Saturday. I'm moving apartments from the Upper East Side of Manhattan to the East Village (further downtown).

4. Learn to cook. Yes, I do have a few signature dishes - cashew nut chicken, and errr...cashew nut chicken, but I want to develop my menu a little further.

5. To just get more involved in things! Those who know me well, know I can be extremely lazy, so I need to kick this habit.

6. Start playing guitar more regularly. After not having played for several months I picked it up again tonight and forgot how much I love it. On that note, here was my initial inspiration.... Mr John Mayer...more his old stuff rather than the new...

I love his song 'Covered in Rain'. It's about life after 911. Enjoy...