I’m wondering if you’re feeling the way I’m feeling… I mean, 2010???? REALLY????? Remember 1988 when 2010 seemed like a totally ridiculous notion filled with food in pill form, time travel and an all metallic wardrobe for all? Yeah… not so much, as it turns out. Good thing, really, because I love food (obv), and metallic clothing isn’t really my bag. Now, time travel sounds bomb, but oh well. 

According to the Chinese calendar, 2010 is the year of the Tiger: 

The Tiger (associated with good fortune, power, and royalty), is viewed with both fear and respect; hence, their protection and wisdom is sought after. Many people believe the tiger, and not the lion, as the true king of beasts

Booya— sounds like this could be interesting. I’m into good fortune, power and royalty… I mean, after all, you all know what I am… which leads me to my point. I’m pretty sure that while we can certainly share with the Tiger (and Tiger Woods, apparently), 2010 is actually the year of the Jew. Really, like all years. And I’ve absolutely decided that 2010 is the year of THIS Jew. A few things I plan to do are: 

– Fully embrace all things Joan (aka the Jewess at my core) and spend time with those people who bring light and happiness to my life, and not those who bring me down. 

– Engage in extracurricular activities that bring me joy.

– Cultivate new friendships… :) 

– Learn a few new skills (right now I’m considering Spanish, jewelry-making or cooking class… please feel free to weigh in).

– Grow some long hair. 

– Do well at work, and finally save some money (Jew). 

– See my family a lot.

– And last but not least, be present in every moment (and no, I’m not becoming a hippie, this is something Jews can do, too). 

And just for fun, I’m also planning on playing this new game that I just learned from a friend- I’m calling it “About a Goy”. Fill in the word “boy” in movie, song or book titles with the word “goy”. Some clear faves so far are: 

Riding in Cars with Goys

A Goys Life

Goy Meets World 

Gramma’s Goy 

Goys Don’t Cry 

PLEASE feel free to add your own in the comments section, and Happy Jew Year to all!