#1: Remove the Sony sticker from the TV.

Date Completed: 1/7/2010

Yes, this is how it all started. This is the first list item. I added it as a joke, really, just to get me started, but looking back, it’s sooo why I’ve made it this far with the list. We all have our quirks. This one I’ve never been able to explain – that’s how ridiculous it is. But, here goes. When I bought my first flat screen TV, I refused to remove the Sony sticker that had all the bright colors on it, the logo, and the summary of features. I know, you’re probably shaking your head right now, but I just couldn’t do it. On multiple occasions, friends would approach the TV and tell me they could help by just peeling it off. I literally would have increased anxiety and my blood pressure would raise. One time, I swear I almost cried. Again, don’t ask me why – I don’t know. I still don’t. Perhaps a simple OCD-ish moment.

We’re all friends here, so I’ll admit that I was embarrassed at first to post this “achievement.” But, it hit me this week that any item marked off the list is a good thing. Why hold onto this any longer just like I did with the sticker? It’s unfortunate that I didn’t snap a photo of this one – it was before the time I thought about graphics and blogs, actually. It’s fun posting this one now, though, because I can see how far I’ve come in nine months. Who knew a list could help me to leave behind some of those characteristics and be more of the person I want to be. At this point, we’re about 75% through the year and I’m only about 60% through the list, but I’m OK with that. I’ll do as much as I can, and probably have to tackle some carryover items next year. Something to look forward to!

While this is not my actual Sony, let it be noted that at least one other person keeps their sticker on too!