I keep hearing people talk about New Year’s resolutions. I wasn’t sure what they were so I asked my person. She said they were things that people wanted to do, or thought they should do, but they hadn’t yet done them – often things like eating healthier, exercising more, getting more rest, or accomplishing something. So they decide to make a resolution that at the beginning of the New Year they will start doing whatever it is they think they should be doing.
My person said that most people don’t stick to their resolutions for very long. Starting a new year is not enough motivation for starting a new resolution. People need to find a better motivation, and start whatever it is they want to start right now – not wait until the next New Year.
I got really concerned, because I didn’t want to start any resolutions that I would just drop in a little while. But my person said to start new things now, and now happens to be the start of a new year. So I thought I’d make a list of resolutions that I know I won’t stop. Here’s my list:
- Take naps every day.
- Go for walks every day.
- Find a new scent on every walk.
- Get loves from at least one cute girl on every walk (unless I don’t meet any).
- Play Frisbee every day.
- Write a blog post every day.
- Eat doggie treats every day.
- Bark at every stranger that comes to the house (gotta warn my people).
- Get my person out of bed if she sleeps too long.
And last but not least –
10. Eat all the food in my doggie dish (except any olives I find).
My person pointed out to me that I already do all the things on my list. I don’t think she gets it. My resolutions cover eating right, exercising, resting, and getting things done – and I’ll still be doing them by the end of the year.
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Wayside Artist
December 31, 2011 at 1:58 pm
Bongo,
You have the Madam Lasagna seal of approval on your resolutions. She plans to rip out the squeakers in all her new toys (well, maybe…napping is better plan for an 11 year old lady)! She, DanaDidIt, and I wish you and your people a Happy New Year!
Bongo
December 31, 2011 at 2:13 pm
Happy New Year Wayside Artist. Tell Madam Lasagna that ripping out the squeakers is a good thing. Although my person got me some toys with replaceable squeakers, so if I wear them out before I rip them out I get more squeak.
capacina
December 31, 2011 at 3:25 pm
HAPPY 2012
Bongo
December 31, 2011 at 7:43 pm
Thank you Capacina. Happy New Year to you!
Bassetmomma
December 31, 2011 at 3:29 pm
Happy New Year, Bongo! Those are great resolutions. Especially the nap one. LOL!
Bongo
December 31, 2011 at 7:45 pm
Happy New Year to you too Bassetmomma! I agree. Naps are good.
philosophermouseofthehedge
December 31, 2011 at 3:37 pm
Setting yourself up for success with your resolutions. Everyone should be so wise. Happy New Year, Bongo.
Bongo
December 31, 2011 at 7:46 pm
Happy New Year to you Karen! I’ll definitely feel better if I can stick to my resolutions.
Vanilla Bean
December 31, 2011 at 5:35 pm
i like your resolutions #2 and #3…happy new year Bongo – Vanilla Bean
Bongo
December 31, 2011 at 7:47 pm
Happy New Year to you Vanilla Bean! Yes, walks and smells are very good.
Misty Shores Chesapeakes
December 31, 2011 at 6:31 pm
That sounds like a really good list, Happy New Year Bongo!!
Bongo
December 31, 2011 at 7:47 pm
Thanks Misty Shores. Happy New Year to you too.
Chancy Mumsy and Crew
December 31, 2011 at 7:12 pm
That is a terrific list sweet Bong. We wish you all a very Happy New Year. May nothing but wonderful things come your way in 2012. Hugs and nose kisses
Bongo
December 31, 2011 at 7:48 pm
Thanks Chancy and Mumsy. I wish you a blessed New Year as well. Hugs and nose kisses back to you – and a few slobbery kisses too.
eripanwkevin
January 1, 2012 at 1:22 am
Happy New Year to you and your person, Bongo!
Wow I absolutely agree with your resolutions! except blog one, Frisbee, and cute girl! *blush*
I’m sure your life is very stressless with these resolutions!!! BOL! 🙂
Bongo
January 1, 2012 at 3:14 pm
Thanks Kevin, you ought to try the cute girl one. It’s great getting loves. Happy New Year to you.
2browndawgs
January 1, 2012 at 6:28 am
Excellent resolutions Bongo! We like them!
Happy New Year to you!
the 2 brown dawgs
Bongo
January 1, 2012 at 3:15 pm
Thanks Brown Dawgs. Happy New Year to you too.
rumpydog
January 1, 2012 at 8:07 am
Happy New Year Bongo and humans. I’m glad I met you this year!!!! woo woo woo!
Bongo
January 1, 2012 at 3:27 pm
Rumpy, so glad I met you too. Happy New Year!
Yay Pets
January 1, 2012 at 8:46 am
Great resolutions! I think I will borrow at least half of them! Happy New Year! ♥
Bongo
January 1, 2012 at 3:28 pm
Yay Pets, thanks for stopping by and commenting. I’ll stop by your blog and check it out. Happy New Year!
Winnie
January 1, 2012 at 10:47 am
Happy 2012 Bongo.
Your resolutions sound really good to me too.
Love and licks, Winnie
Bongo
January 1, 2012 at 3:28 pm
Thanks Winnie. Happy New Year to you too!
For the Love of My Dogs
January 1, 2012 at 4:18 pm
Woo Happy 2012 Bongo!! I love your list. Those sound like great resolutions hehe 🙂
Bongo
January 1, 2012 at 5:28 pm
Thanks Deannamelanie. Happy New Year to you, too.
Patricia
January 1, 2012 at 5:14 pm
What a smart dog! I think I will make some resolutions, like yours, that I know I am going to keep.
Bongo
January 1, 2012 at 5:29 pm
Patricia, resolutions we can keep are the best kind. Especially if they’re fun. Happy New Year to you.
Bassas Blog
January 3, 2012 at 2:16 am
Bongo, is that the same list as last year? 🙂
Bongo
January 3, 2012 at 11:14 am
Bassa, whatever works.
Nel
January 3, 2012 at 8:01 pm
Resolutions must indeed be kept until the year ends. I admire your gusto and attitude towards keeping yours.
Happy New Year, friend! 🙂
Bongo
January 3, 2012 at 8:40 pm
Happy New Year to you too Nel. I made sure I picked resolutions I like doing.
Flo
January 5, 2012 at 7:49 pm
Very sensible resolutions. Well done. Good show.
Bongo
January 5, 2012 at 8:01 pm
Thanks Flo. I like the kind of resolutions that I can stick with.