While in New Orleans over the weekend one of my friends mentioned to me that she has a new 1- and 5-year plans. I was a little shocked because this particular friend never seemed like too much of a planner. She got laid off last year and instead of trying to become a cog in another machine, she decided to go her own way. I think this life change has forced her to look further ahead than she might have normally. When she brought it up, a light bulb went off in my head. I’ve been feeling sort of restless (for lack of a better word) in my life lately. Having some long-term plans that I need to hold myself accountable for seems like it will make me work for the things that I actually want.
So far this is what I have:
1 year plan:
- No commitments in Chicago beyond the end of 2012
- Move back to New Orleans
- Buy a new car
5 year plan:
- Buy a house
Do you have 1-, 5-, or 10-year plans? What are they?
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