2010 Resolutions
When it comes to resolutions, I try to keep mine focused and concrete. If I just say I’m going to get healthier, that’s too broad and I’ll just keep doing what I’m doing.
I made some good resolutions last year and I think I succeeded at most of them, if not all of them. Here’s a few things that I want to get done in 2010 – in no particular order.
300 Posts – Again! I had this resolution last year and I think it kept me on track writing and cooking and thinking. I don’t want to do more than that though… I think that’s my blogging sweet spot.
Meat Four Times a Week – I had a 2009 goal of eating meat no more than once a day. Two years ago I would frequently eat meat at every meal. I slipped a few times (mainly over holidays) but was generally successful. I noticed only positive things from my meat reduction. I feel healthier and have really expanded my cooking skills with veggies.
I’d rather set a week limit rather than a day limit that way I have some flexibility on menus. This probably means that there will be less meat posts on Macheesmo, but trust me, the ones that I do have will be delicious. I’m not wasting a meat credit on a crappy meal!
The four times a week thing is pretty arbitrary. I’m not basing it on anything that I’ve read. It’s just a way for me to keep reducing my meat intake which I think is important.
Brew a Batch of Beer – I used to brew beer every few months and stopped. I’d love to get back into it though. So expect some beer brewing posts in 2010!
Lose 10 pounds - I think my ideal weight is somewhere around 175 and I’m about 10 pounds over that right now. With some focus, I think it should be reasonable for me to trim off these extra pounds this year.
Finish the book – I bet you didn’t even know I was working on a book! Well, that’s because I haven’t really talked about it much. Don’t worry though, I’ll be writing more on it very soon. I’ve been working on it for about 5 months and everything is coming together nicely. I’m doing all the layout for the book myself so it’s taking kind of a long time, but it’s been really fun so far.
So there ya go! My 2010 resolutions. Do you have any good food-related resolutions for 2010? Leave a comment!
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One of mine (I never make many) is to make cheese once a week, including some decent mozzarella, which is tricky. My daughter and I went to a cheese making workshop a couple of months ago and loved it. So while you’re making beer I’ll be making cheese!
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I resolve not to wrestle a cape buffalo by it’s horns.
(Hey, if I set my standards low, I won’t be disappointed, ha ha)
Happy New Year, Nick!
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Great. Can’t wait for 2k10 blogs
the 3 B’s. Beef, beer and book what else could we ask for
have a good new year Macheesmo ‘ers especially in good health
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Happy New Year!! I have set myself 4 food blogging resolutions for 2010.
:: Use my cookery books more and post about at least one, once per month.
:: Highlight Seasonal Produce – Once a month highlight serveral produce that is in season and create several recipes for them.
:: Bake More
:: Take part in more food blogging events.
Good luck with your resolutions!
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Awesome resolutions! I’m particularly excited about the meat one because it means more recipes here for me to try (I’m a vegetarian).
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I too used to do a lot of brewing but haven’t done any for a number of years now. I’d love to live vicariously through your brewing posts. Can’t wait!!!
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Nick, I just found your blog today. Very nice! I'm trying to do a little of the same thing you are–encouraging others and myself to be more confident in the kitchen, although I am far from trying to make my own beer and cheese. I wish you success on your book. Is it a food-related book?
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Nick replied: — April 29th, 2010 @ 11:25 am
Yep! It's called 55 Knives. It's a collaborative project with a bunch of food bloggers. http://www.55knives.com
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