Things to Accomplish Before the Year Ends

There are a couple of year-ender resolutions that I badly need/want to accomplish. What's the rush, you may ask? I have been obsessing about these things and now that I have talked about them online, the pressure is on. Come to think of it, nothing's written in stone. haha Kidding aside, I believe I work best under pressure. Failure is out of the question.

Number one on my list is to LEARN HOW TO DRIVE. Seriously. If my dad hears about this, I know he's going to freak out. He probably does not believe me anymore because I have mentioned this more than a thousand times. I am serious this time, and as a proof, I shall be getting a student's permit to drive this week. Yup. No more excuses. Promise.

It is embarrassing to admit that I am the only sibling who can't drive. When all of them were having their driving lessons that my dad gladly financed, I was busy with school work (internships, thesis and all). Father dear kept on reminding me about the importance of being able to drive, but I just shrugged it off. If only I listened to him before. Now I have to pay the price... literally and figuratively. Driving lessons and driving permit costs are such a pain in the ass. Adding holes to my pockets, assuming that I will be driving soon, is the rising price of petrol. Why am I realizing all these now? With all the evil robbers roaming around, plus the hassle of commuting, the expenses somewhat acceptable. Yes, this cheapskate would rather shed for these expenses than endure the long, stressful and unsafe daily commute during rush hours and rainy days.

I am nervous, but being able to decently make the car move forward and backward, turn right and left without running over someone or something would mean the world to me.

The second goal is to LEARN TO BAKE cakes (and other pastries) from scratch. My sister and I have baked cookies and cheesecakes from scratch numerous times and they tasted really great. However, what I want to achieve is the kind of cake you have on your birthday, complete with lovely icing/frosting and yummy filling. I am a bit hesitant as it will be such a waste of time, MONEY and effort if my attempts fail. Since I love desserts and cooking, I would like to take my chances. I know it can be a lot of fun and gratifying once I am able to create impressive (taste- and appearance-wise) cakes. It will be such a wonderful addition to my portfolio of skills. haha Wee! I'm excited.

I intend to bake a batch of chocolate cupcakes this or next weekend. I have been Googling for recipes and canvassing for supplies and ingredients already. If my first attempt sucks, I have prepared a delectable plan B. I hope I don't have take that more tedious direction.

Okay, you have to cheer for me because I might bump into (hopefully, not run over) you somewhere, and I may just give you a ride or a taste of my delectable baked goodies.

Stay tuned!

Neekul has left the building.