Step one: We must each create a to-do list of things that we hope to accomplish in the coming year so as to chart progress. These to-do's are by no means serious or life altering goals; rather, a way to ensure that our Kati-ness remains intact....
1. Monthly Wine night to be shared via Skype. Stipulation- In order for it to be considered a "Night" the conversation must last at minimum 1 hr. Of course these fun times can last longer, but with busy schedules and time constraints it may be difficult.
2. Spotting unusual and interesting characters in public is a must! Always be on the lookout, please only report back if the character is supremely unusual and interesting. Acceptable examples include the freakishly tall older balding gentleman in the velvet green wizard cape carrying a leather bag around the city, or Man older-than-dirt driving a motor cycle with leopard print seat and blasting Pavarotti around South Side Works.
3. Acquiring new language knowledge is clearly an important skill.... as you are a Speech-Language Pathologist. Please share any important gangsta' lingo you find in the City of Brotherly Love, while I will attempt to enhance my Spanish knowledge from the friendly staff at Emilianos.
4. Efficiency is always appreciated when living a busy life; therefore, code words and phrases to alert the other would be the best way to ensure a quick response. For example, if you needed to tell me that you just got into a bar fight with a bunch of Cougars and I'm not answering my phone, simply text "THE PADRE STRIKES AT MIDNIGHT!" and I will understand and respond right away.
5. The most important is that random outbursts of harmonized music is KEY. From here on out I commit myself to continue to randomly burst into song (public or private locations) in order to make a fool of myself and create situations which require encoded texts messages.
I think these 5 goals are a great start and just remember if you are feeling overwhelmed... there is always... A Branch to Stand On (ABtSO TM 2008 Kati Y Kati Foundation)
