New Years Resolutions – Ozy needs ideas
December 26, 2009 in HUMOUR
For some reason, perhaps it was my upbringing, but setting goals is an intricate part of my life. With this in mind it is no surprise that New Years resolutions are my speciality. I thrive on every aspect of this yearly process. Over the years my New Years resolutions have shaped Ozy into the man you see today.
Three years ago who thought it would be possible to eat 7 wheetbix for breakfast for every day of the entire year. Two years ago people couldn’t believe it was possible to wear the same item of clothing for an entire year, something which I proved with relative ease. As this year comes to an end I have used the same Gillette Razor everyday for an entire year.
Sadly, though I am a rare breed in this sphere of life. A large percentage of society shrug their shoulders at New Years and spend the time eating and drinking too much. Another large group go to the opposite extreme and make huge plans, usually around the theme of diets and fitness, and have failed by the second Sunday in January. In my opinion these people fail to realise the potential of this time of year and ultimately they don’t take the opportunity that the beginning of a new year offers.
New Years should be seen as a chance to turn over a new page in your book of life. For those unfamiliar with reading New Years could then be seen as a chance to change the channel of your life. For those without a TV New Years could be a chance to turn over a new leaf. I think you get my drift!!!
Sadly though my yearly time of reflection has hit a dry patch and I am struggling on what could be a good New Years resolution for Ozy Mandias in 2010. Remember this is the start of a new decade so I want something special and memorable. Here is where you, a valued Ozymandias Warning reader, can help me. I would like to put forward this proposition. You can put forward your ideas for Ozy’s 2010 New Years challenge. To do this leave a comment below detailing the exact nature of Ozy’s challenge. I will look through the ideas and come up with a list of the challenges I think are the best and attempt them in 2010.
No idea is to bazaar in this competition so put on your thinking hat and put forward your idea. There is however one catch to every idea that you put forward. To keep things in perspective each person who nominates an idea must choose one of following two conditions on your challenge.
Firstly, you have to try to complete the challenge as well during 2010.
If you don’t like that option you can choose to provide a wager or incentive to assist me in my 2010 quest.
Stephen said on December 26, 2009
Suggestion One: Wear the same underwear everyday for a year (for hygiene reasons washing is allowed). I will have to put up a wager for this one of $50 as don’t think matching you with this would be good for my marriage and reproduction!
Stephen said on December 26, 2009
Suggestion Two: Make a tube of toothpaste last for a year – will match you with this one.
Stephen said on December 26, 2009
Suggestion Three: Give your brother in-law a gift every week of the year
Will think of some more over the next few days ….
Mrs Mandias said on December 26, 2009
Don’t cut your hair for a year
Mrs Mandias said on December 26, 2009
Buy your wife flowers every day for a year …. and I will wager not money but a kiss for every flower
Mrs Mandias said on December 26, 2009
Read a psalm every day for a year … I will match you for this one
Ms Goodthought said on December 26, 2009
Phone your mother once a week and have a five minute conversation where you listen attentively and also make conversation appropriately…. I’m sure your mother would really appreciate this one!!!!
john said on December 27, 2009
Hi Ozy,
Give your Brother in laws best friend some jobs to do this year
Love my best friend, stephens suggestions and liked your wifes and ms goodthoughts suggestions
Stephen said on December 27, 2009
Get out of bed before 6am every day for the year (although you probably already do this!). $50 if you can do it
Stephen said on December 27, 2009
Post a blog every day of the year
Ozy Mandias said on December 27, 2009
Excellent idea. Could be difficult considering the running I do, but your idea is the best so far.
Ozy Mandias said on December 27, 2009
Another good one. Would take some impressive planning to complete.
Ozy Mandias said on December 27, 2009
Stupid idea!!! Although it means you would have to give me a present every week as well.
Ozy Mandias said on December 27, 2009
Not an option. I have a highly respected job that requires me to look my best
Ozy Mandias said on December 27, 2009
Sorry no can do. Please refer to the rules as kisses are not included as a viable wager.
Ozy Mandias said on December 27, 2009
Could be a goer!!!
Ozy Mandias said on December 27, 2009
Thanks for your comment Mrs Goodthought. SDaly your idea is not a good thought. 5 minutes is a long time to pretend to talk to someone. 30 seconds a better option.
Ozy Mandias said on December 27, 2009
Yes stephens idea is a good one!!1
Ozy Mandias said on December 27, 2009
Technically does that mean I can go back to bed at 6:10am!!!
Bestest sis said on December 27, 2009
lame excuse – hasnt stopped you in the past from looking shabby
Lee Bateman said on December 27, 2009
my sister requested that you eat the same food every day for a year – breakfast, lunch and dinner. ie) weetbix for breaky, sandwich for lunch, meat and tatties for dinner … eat and repeat everyday. No changes allowed, not even the spread on your sandwiches.
Mrs Mandias said on December 28, 2009
I agree bestest sis!!!! And anyway you could aways tie it back … a couple of pigtails would look good. By the way ozy I would match you on this one
Ozy Mandias said on December 28, 2009
Thanks Lee. Excellent idea and could be a goer. Dont know about all three meals but could go with breakfast and perhaps lunch.
Vivienne said on December 29, 2009
30 seconds doesn’t really rate although I think your mother would think thirty seconds is better than nothing!!!! Happy phoning!!
Ms Goodthought said on December 29, 2009
30 seconds!!! Is that the best you can do….maybe alittle longer would be better… go on give it a go…you can do it, I know you can!!!
john said on December 30, 2009
That Suggestion sounds boring
and unhealthy
john said on December 30, 2009
hmmm, Have seen a few of your collegues were out of standard with their dress and neatness.
john said on December 30, 2009
Run a marathon once a week
It can be done on your own. you could run for 42.5kms non stop. you also can create your own route.
john said on December 30, 2009
Go a year with out watching TV. you still allowed to watch tv at school or a dvd/video out of home.