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2010: Came Way Too Quick

If you’re looking for some ridiculous retrospective on what happened in 2009 or even in 2010, well the time for that has come and gone. But I’ll give you a few glimpses of it. The year 2009 featured too many things that helped moved things forward in life. I don’t really know how else I could explain it other than losing my grandma, having people tell me tell me “I ain’t ****,” and finding a way to motivate myself to finish projects.

At the bottom of this I’ll post Top 5s of various things, but until then I’ll post what the plan is for 2010. And what I mean by hopefully goodbye is maybe this year will be as quick as 2009.

Poker

In 2010, I want to build this $125 bankroll into something bigger. I know I’ve made this resolution before. The problem: I’ve never had time to actually dedicate. School was always taking my time, and hanging out with my friends took the rest of it. Now, I’m working and have to time to actually play for extended periods. I’ve made $400 from tournament poker in my life since 2007, and somehow I only have $125 of it remaining. Where did it go? Bankroll management is going to be key. That’s the goal in 2010. It’s not winning a crap load of money. It’s being able to maintain a bankroll and work my way up the limits to become a better player.

2010 Poker Goals: Better Bankroll Management, Increase the Bankroll (at least $150), Win One Multi-table tournament.

Projects/Job

I have an epic novel plan , and I want to finish it by March 21. I want to have it published by December, hopefully. As for my job, I’ve contemplated free agency, but I might just go ahead and take another year and become a better writer again. I thought about going to school, but that can wait. The novel has the code name “The 15″ There is also a script in the works, and another possible novel idea.

2010 Projects Goals: Finish Code Name: “The 15,” Finish the Script, Start Novel, Continue improving my career stock.

Jiu Jitsu/Health/Activity

I want to compete in Grappler’s Quest in 2010, but first I need to improve my jiu-jitsu and overall fitness. I’m going to start a cardio routine, going to the gym and training on a regular basis. The challenge is to be healthier, and that includes improving my  diet and just be a more active human. At the end of 2010, I rather have a solid routine of activity and eating habits and that is the most important thing.

2010 Health Goals: Compete at Grappler’s Quest, Lost 25-30 pounds. Start moving my diet in the right direction. Start having a routine when it comes to working out and such.

Personal

Those who know me. I want to be a better person. Everyone knows what I mean by that I hope.

2010 Personal Goals: Be a better person

Top 5 Moments of 2009

1. Birthday Trip with Nate and Jacqueeeee to L.A.
2. UFC 104 Trip with Pete to L.A.
3. UFC 100 Expo Weekend in Las Vegas with Pete
4. Manning on a certain Tuesday.
5. Starting Jiu-Jitsu classes

Top 5 CDs of 2009

1. Jay-Z — The Blueprint III
2. Kid Cudi — Man on the Moon
3. Jay Sean — All or Nothing
4. Drake — So Far Gone
5. Eminem — Relapse

Top 5 Movies of 2009

1. (500) Days of Summer
2. Up
3. Inglorious Basterds
4. District 9
5. Paranormal Activity

Top 5 Video Games of 2009

1. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2
2. Left for Dead 2
3. UFC Undisputed 2009
4. Madden 2010
5. Fifa 2010