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each year that they would return borrowed objects and pay their debts. -The Romans began each year by making promises to the god Janus, for whom the month of January is named. -In the Medieval era, the knights took the “peacock vow” at the end of the Christmas season each year to re-affirm their commitment to chivalry. -At watch night services, many Christians prepare for the year ahead by praying and making these resolutions. -There are other religious parallels to this tradition. During Judaism’s New Year, Rosh Hashanah, through the High Holidays and culminating in Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement), one is to reflect upon one’s wrongdoings over the year and both seek and offer forgiveness. People may act similarly during the Christian fasting period of Lent, though the motive behind this holiday is more of sacrifice than of responsibility, in fact the practice of New Year’s resolutions partially came from the Lenten sacrifices. The concept, regardless of creed, is to reflect upon self-improvement annually. -At the end of the Great Depression, about a quarter of American adults formed New Year’s resolutions. At the start of the 21st century, about 40% did. Many people have a hard time coming up with resolutions every year, and
many are just repetitive. Some of the common ones are to: be more financially secure, exercise, eat better, and pick up some form of hobby that one has been wanting to do for many years. These are all realistic provided you come up with a plan to do so. If you want to be more financially secure, you must find a way to make side money, and re-evaluate your budget (or if you don’t budget, start). Plan out your exercise program, and don’t go out and spend money on equipment or gym memberships until you prove that you are consistent using the road, your stairs, doing push-ups, sit-ups, and more that are free. Eating better just requires better attention skills and a hobby just takes time. Now, personally, I never talk of resolutions except in polite conversation with others. To me it is like making a promise that you don’t know if you can keep, which affects one of your most sacred possessions... honor. But this year, I thought of trying it, but with having realistic goals and plans to get to those goals. So without further ado here are my New Year’s Resolutions. 1. I am going to further educate myself on the political spectrum of our nation and our state by attempting to read entirely as many as the relevant bills myself so that I do not have to rely on the media (who gets most things wrong) and the watchdog groups
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(who spread misinformation). This way I can find out for myself what is going on as if I was a Congressman about to vote on the bill. This will also help me in debates when presenting my opinion, if I can back it up with direct wording, correct information, and a near complete comprehension of the subject. 2. I am going to get more politically involved. Two years ago I ran for a State Representative position in the Wyoming House. I ran under a third party ticket, partly to hope to do good for our great State but mostly to win knowing that the majority of Wyoming Voters are not ready to pay attention to third parties. Since then I have only been involved at a minimum level because of my concentration on my businesses. But I feel that it is time to dive back in, and whether it will be preparing to run for an office again, supporting someone that does, or lobbying, it is time to start taking many matters into my own hands as any good patriot would. 3. I am going to spend more time with my children. I have noticed in the past 2.5 years that I have been
too busy to spend the quality time (more than 1 hour per night) with them, and I fear the day I look back with regret. I am going to make sure that the day does not come; so more games, wrestling, teaching, and just being around (without the TV on). 4. I am going to continually try to bet a better leader for the people who look up to me, a better friend to the people who love me, and a better man for the people that share my blood. So, I am going to limit them to four, and see what I can do to make these happen. I have already tacked this list above my bed so that I can remember every night before I shut my eyes and every morning when beating my alarm clock severely. If you like these resolutions, I would love to hear how to carry these out. If you have your own, I hope you stick to them and make them goals that I sincerely hope you accomplish. Oh, one more resolution: To get 5 more computer chairs and 2 extra heaters for the ManCave and its cigar smoking members. Can anyone help?
Buck N’ Ball
Unlike holidays such as Thanksgiving or Christmas, New Year’s Eve lacks in tradition. There is no stereotypical way to celebrate other than counting down to midnight and shouting “Happy New Year!” Therefore, it can be difficult to make plans for this holiday. Do you leave the kids home and celebrate into the wee hours? Do you make it a family affair just hope to make it to midnight? Confetti? Funny hats? Champagne? Luckily, we live in Wyoming! You give us the thrill of rodeo and combine it with drinks, family, friends, and dancing and plans are pretty much set in stone. This is the eleventh year that Gillette has had the Buck N’ Ball event on December 31st. This rodeo is held for the community to come watch invited participants to compete in events like bare back, saddle, and bronc riding. The 20 exclusive guests are usually past champions and the competition is as close to the NFR as one can get. These riders are even available for an autograph signing at 5:30 pm. The rodeo, which starts at 6:45 pm, is only half of the fun. The latter part of the evening holds a family-friendly dance. Chancy Williams & the Younger Brothers will be performing until 1:30 am on the 1st while Fun-on-the-Go will be providing activities for the kids. Tickets are $25 per ticket, while kids under 4 are free, and can be bought at the Wyoming Work Warehouse. This cost covers the price of the rodeo and the dance combined. Last year, the $7,800 in proceeds were donated to the Peak Wrestling program, while other years they have given to hospice, The Powder River Community Center, as well as other Rodeo related programs. So, there is no need to keep worrying about what to do on this New Year’s Eve and no need to stress about finding a sitter for the kids. Come to the Buck N’ Brawl starting at 5:00 pm on December 31st at the Cam-plex Central Pavilion.
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