My New (old) Year's Resolution

Yes, it is that time of year again where we all resolve to join a gym, work out more, loose 20 pounds and generally be better people. I'm not much for the whole get healthy thing. At 46 I have long decided that I enjoy good food, good wine, and loathe working out enough to not really care anymore if I'm 20 pounds overweight. Who am I trying to impress anyhow. This guys not going to be hitting the singles bar anytime soon. Believe me, I understand that this is probably not the healthiest point of view to take, however, if you have ever had the macaroni and cheese at Morton's or a fantastic filet slathered in béarnaise you will agree, it's probably worth it. Maybe its like they say about smoking. each one takes seven minutes off your life, and since I don't smoke, banana's foster is my vice. Additionally all the current research I have read says that red wine, in moderation, (thats the tough part) is good for you and heart healthy.

Thus my new (old) years resolution. I say old, because I have actually resolved this before, The idea was given to me by a HR VP I once worked with  - thanks John. For each month of 2012, I resolve to invite another couple over to the house for dinner. It seems simple enough, but in reality it takes some work and planning. I think we got 7 or 8 done last time. Spending an evening with another couple over good food and a glass or two of wine is good for the soul and I would argue better for you than the equivalent amount of time on a treadmill.

One of the things I have learned in my last years quest to learn more about wine, is that environment is a huge factor in how a wine tastes. Have you ever had a great glass of wine in a restaurant and then purchased the same bottle in a liquor store only to be disappointed when you get it home? Thats the x factor of time and place, great company and environment. A glass of wine alone is never as good as the same glass is with good friends. Hopefully we can share a glass together this year!