Tag Archives: New Year’s Resolutions

Shoveling In The New Year

Posted on January 1, 2019 by

Happy New Year, Modern Philosophers! Regular readers of this blog know that I don’t make a fuss about New Year’s resolutions, or believe that hanging a new calendar means we get a fresh start. Speaking of new calendars, though, I … Continue reading →

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My New Year’s Fight Club Resolution

Posted on December 29, 2018 by

Everyone knows the first rule of Fight Club, Modern Philosophers. I don’t want to get anyone into trouble, so we won’t discuss it any further.  However, I’m wondering why that same rule shouldn’t be used for New Year’s resolutions. After … Continue reading →

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2018: A New Hope

Posted on January 1, 2018 by

I love the philosophy that a new year symbolizes a new start, Modern Philosophers. It gives people hope.  It allows them to believe that they are facing the year with a clean slate, and anything can happen.  I’m all for … Continue reading →

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The Devil’s Ball Drop

Posted on December 31, 2017 by

“Have you made any New Year’s resolutions?” The Devil asked as he poured my Snapple into a fancy champagne flute. My New Year’s Eve guest had eschewed his usual impeccably tailored suit for a sharp tuxedo that made him look … Continue reading →

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2017 Promises Not To Suck

Posted on December 31, 2016 by

In a hastily called news conference just hours before the Times Square ball drop, Father Time promised that 2017 will not suck like 2016 did, Modern Philosophers. “I resolve that the @#$% stops with me, and Baby New Year will … Continue reading →

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Why You Shouldn’t Make Any New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 31, 2015 by

Happy New Year’s Eve, Modern Philosophers. This is always a very quiet Holiday at The House on the Hill.  I’m not a “big drinker, let’s go out and make some noise, dance in the New Year” kind of guy. I’m … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Resolutions Are Hell

Posted on December 27, 2015 by

“Thanks again for your help today,” I said with a wink as I slapped my guest on the leg. The Devil looked up from the Sunday paper and raised an eyebrow.  “I have no idea what you mean.” The Devilish … Continue reading →

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I Resolve To Shovel Less Snow In 2015!

Posted on January 4, 2015 by

As you can see from the photo on the left, Modern Philosophers, I was very serious when I resolved to shovel less snow in 2015. Okay, I look more like I’m trying to keep my mouth closed so I don’t … Continue reading →

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Vegas Betting Against Your Keeping Your New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 30, 2014 by

Vegas, Modern Philosophers, Vegas! No, I didn’t go to Las Vegas for this story, but I wanted to do so.  It’s a frigid 14 degrees in Maine, and I know the odds favor that it is much warmer out in … Continue reading →

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I Advise You To Treat January 1 Like Any Other Day

Posted on December 28, 2014 by

Dear Modern Philosopher, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day are right around the corner, and I am nowhere close to being finished with my list of New Year’s Resolutions. I’m on my fifth draft of the list, and I … Continue reading →

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