Wednesday, January 9, 2008

Jason's Resolutions

Here are my New Year's resolutions:

Budget better:
Yes, I have one of the same goals as Lori, but my way of achieving it differs slightly. I figure there are two ways to save money: spending less and earning more. I plan on spending less by cutting unnecessary expenditures like tithing and fast offerings, and canceling our subscription to the Ensign. I plan on earning more with my Online Poker winnings.

Being more spiritual:
Okay, so I have two goals in common with Lori, but my way of achieving this one is slightly different as well. I figure that I've learned most of what Mormonism has to offer. There are so many more religions out there. I figure, to be more spiritual, I need to study more religions. We have the Jehovah Witnesses coming over for dinner in two weeks and the Unitarians shortly after that. I've expanded our cable service so that we get all the evangelical stations. The most promising course of study thus far, though, is that of Buddhism and other Eastern religions. I've bought several books on the topic from Amazon. They are quite accepting, and I do not think I'll have any problem being both Buddhism and Mormon, and thus more spiritual. I'm currently reading the Three-fold Lotus Sutra. I'll let you know how it is. If it's good, I'll get you all copies with your names imprinted on the front in gold lettering.
Also, I figure I should go to the temple at least once a month. That shouldn't be a problem now that I've got my "Mormon's aren't Christians" poster is finished. Heck, when the weather gets warmer, I might even be able to go twice a month.

Be Healthy:
This one's easy: eat less, exercise, and take a glass of wine a day. Piece of cake (figure of speach, not part of diet).

Reduce Stress:
This one will sort of take care of itself as Bush's two terms are up, but for the greatest amount of stress reduction, I plan on voting Democrat, no matter who the candidate. I'm hoping it'll be Obama.

Fulfill my life-long dream by posing for Playgirl:
Okay, this one's a joke. I figured since my other goals were so serious, I had to lighten the tone a little.

I may need you help in accomplishing these. Thank you in advance.

Jason

2 comments:

Littlefield Family said...

Jason,
What a good example you are!! Your interest in studying religions is so admirable. I can't wait to hear all you've learned from all the religions you've been studying. Maybe you will find one that has the philosophies of man mingled with scripture that fits more to your lifestyle. When you do, just let me know so I can come pick up Cindy and Brennan and bring them back to Zion!
Joan

Unknown said...

Wow. What's a poor cousin who doesn't know Jason at all supposed to think about this post? Is it serious??

However, Joan's comment made me laugh harder than I have laughed in WEEKS.