Resolutions of the Bold and Eccentric

I wouldn't be suprized if there was a New Years Resolution Meme going around. If so, I'll head it off at the pass. I'm big on resolutions. I wish I could be like my Cousin's Husband the other night and proudly say that I have never broken a New Years Resolution. I have. Simply carry them over to the next year.

This may read as a Proclamation. I have several and I'll not put them all down here.

I want to get better at climbing hills. That may sound odd, but, to an outdoorsman it makes sense. Through my 20's I did rather well. Coming home from a Ranger Battalion helped. At 30, I had to work harder, and, as most people in my age range do, I fell behind. Oh, I still do well on the Army Physical Fitness Test, but, climbing up the sides of Mountains with Gear(often in the freezing cold) is a little different. Getting pulled up a Mountain by an enthused Bear Dog is a true work out. It's as what the Jolly Red Head Giant said the other day, "can you imagine Bear Hunting for a month? You'd be in great condition!"

As usual, get into better shape. I count this different from the above. You can be in great shape, but, not use to climbing up hill sides. Some of our best Warriors find it hard to negotiate with Afghanistan's Mountains. So, yes, get in better physical condition...Abdominal, Muscular and Cardiorespatory.

Lose 15 pounds. That will enable me to conquer the first two a little easier. Besides, since I may be Activated and sent to Iraq, I'll lose it anyhow. The average Reservist is said to lose 15 pounds in country. I'm sure that may count for much of the Active Military as well.

A while back I posted a portion of one of the stories I am writing...Or should I say was. So, I plan on getting it complete. A hard thing to do, I just don't have the creative juices flowing your supposed to have. None the less, it's a story dear to my heart and I want to finish it.

I intend to be a better advocate for Environmental Conservation. I warn you this will be a vehicle for it. So, if your a Greeny or some one who wants to turn the world into a sprawling hell...You'l just have to deal with it. I love the woods and these ancient Mountains. I've read William Bartram and John Lawson as well as other's. I know the loss that has occurred...As a Mountaineer, as a Hunter...As someone with a love of the wilds...I want to preserve and restore.

As well I aim to be a better advocate for The Libertarian Cause. I had ancestors who fought at Cowpens, Kings Mountain and Yorktown. On one side of my family it goes back countless generations of people who lived freer lives than most imagine. They were all in these Mountains to live their lives as they see fit. It's in the Blood. At 17 Years Old, I raised my hand and swore to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States. I believe in it...It's a living document. As I see it, it is an extention of that Oath. I do not wish to go down as a poor, socialized Man that lives a life of regulation from the Political Elite.We do not have a two party system...There is an alternative to the Masters of Redundancy at Versailles on the Potomac.

More fun with more Women, avoid their baggage. As I told a Girl last night, I like Women. I love to put a smile on ones face, but, they often come with way too much unnescary baggage. She agreed. So, yes, enjoy the company of more Women.

Back to the World of Consequences. Improve my Tactical and Strategical skills. Read, discuss, try and practice. That is as a Soldier, a Hunter, and generally as someone trying to make a better life for themselves. All will be put into practice, except next Hunting Season may have to be put off.

So for that matter, make more money. That will enable me to accomplish the goals I need to accomplish. The Lord blessed me with being able to pay off a bill recently...I aim to pay off another and improve my lot. Good Lord willing.

That's enough for this time...
Appalachian Intellectual