Yes, it's nearly 2010, and I for one am looking forward to it. Are you? Don't know why but the start of a year, let alone a decade, always feels like an optimistic and inspirational time to me. It's a bit of a 'clean slate', an opportunity to leave past mistakes behind and focus on new hopes and dreams for the future. I don't really believe in making New Year's Resolutions. Instead, I like to make a list of the most important things I want to achieve during the year, including places I'd like to visit and people I'd like to see. Then, on those rainy winter days when I'm feeling a bit lacklustre, I can refer back to it and plan a trip or take steps toward a goal. It works for me ... well, most of the time anyway! What works for you?