1.07.2009

2009 resolution: no resolution

Given the slow, dismal failure of my 2008 resolution (see below), I have decided to swear off resolutions for now.  Note this should not be considered a resolution, merely a ill-thought decision to hold myself to an arbitrarily self-assigned standard or rule. 
I'm off resolutions for the new year.

2008 failed resolution

Rob's New Year resolution for 2008:

No "treats" for all of 2008, with the following conditions:

-treats shall be defined as "sugary delights or candies"
-mocha beverages are not "treats"
-soda is a "treat," however it is permitted when "eating out"
-homemade "treats" are acceptable at anytime
-"treats" are allowed on all holidays, and at any holiday related
function
-"treats" supplied at work functions are permitted
-5 "special dispensations" shall be permitted throughout the year,
however they must be approved by someone other than myself...

Amendments to the resolution parameters:

-"homemade" shall be defined as "handmade from scratch" in a kitchen
fully enclosed within a "home."
-"handmade from scratch" shall be defined as: made by hand, where the
majority of the ingredients are the most basic ingredients generally
available...

For example, a "store bought" pie, with hand whipped cream topping,
SHALL NOT BE considered "homemade;" however, a hand made cake
(even if originating from a "store bought" mix) with "store bought" frosting
SHALL BE considered "homemade."
Given that, cookies baked from "store bought" dough in a kitchen
enclosed within a home SHALL NOT BE considered "homemade."

All "judgment calls" made by myself in determining whether a "treat"
is eligible for consumption must be approved by someone, other than
myself, who is familiar with all the resolution parameters.