Learn Your ABC's

artwork by Lord Acuña

Why not aLphaBETize your resolutions for 2012?  Usually, people give up on their resolutions because they are too vague, too serious, or just plain TOO BORING!

For example, if this  is the year you want to see more of the world, try breaking it down by starting with nearer destinations?  Maybe this Chinese New Year weekend, you could go to Aparri for surfing or antique shopping (there will be an estate sale this weekend, JAN14 and 15, 1529 Carissa St. Dasma Vill!)?  Or wake up early, go through the Ayala Ave underpass and check out the street art and then stroll in Ayala Triangle Park (that's three A's all in one morning).  Then next week, try Binondo but take the Pasig River Ferry.  Batanes, Bohol, Banawe all beckon.  Then your next destination could be Cagayan Valley for some trekking or just  a weekend jaunt to Camiguin.

Or if this is the year to get your sexy back, your first resolution could be to eat an apple before every meal as this will curb your appetite and get you that daily dose of fiber and nutrients.  Next go for a fun way to get in touch with your inner UFC winner by doing some boxing!  For your "C" resolution, calm down with yoga.

This alphabetization is not only manageable, easy to remember but will push you to be creative.  And that's its own  reward, tapping that creativity that lies dormant within all of us, just waiting to be ignited!