“Hmm, Carra…how about an article about New Year’s resolutions?” I asked myself. (Sidebar: Talking to oneself is not necessarily a ticket to the nearest nuthouse. More about this later.)

“No, what this site really needs is a piece on découpage gift wrap. That will speak to readers!”
I countered.

“Resolutions only come once a year, but…”

“Découpage gift wrap is such a great idea. It’s so easy and…”

“Resolutions interest everyone!”

“Découpage will interest… enough! Can’t I just make up my mind already?”

Easier said than done. I, for one, estimate that I spend a solid hour every day trying to make up my mind on very important decisions: cute black skirt vs. sensible wool pants, comfortable express bus vs. cheaper subway, extra-cheese pizza vs. steamed veggies. If I had that extra hour to myself, I just might have time to write articles on resolutions, découpage gift wrap, and decision-making.

December 31 is National Make Up Your Mind Day. Learning how to make decisions takes practice. Learning how to make good decisions is an art. Let’s not waste any time.