Since my resolutions for 2006 were pretty much fulfilled, I shall continue to write my 2007 resolutions down here. Only this time I’m less confident, although optimistic should I say, as the resolutions involve many elements that are out of my control, and equally depend on a great deal of luck and good timing… So [...]
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"Some for renown, on scraps of learning dote, /And think they grow immortal as they quote."
Some people see a big wave coming and run away from it, but they ultimately end up beaten by the wave and fall down. I choose to stand face to the wave, waiting for it with open eyes (nose shut), and you won't believe how much fun I have jumping over the wave as it comes! As a bonus, I have my feet firmly in the sand before and after the jump. That is the attitude I choose from now on.
— A lesson learned from Phuket