a tall order

i just finished watching this presentation about 7 1/2 habits of lifelong learners from PLCMC. even though the presentation was painfully slow, it gives some good advice. now i am inspired to create a lifelong learning goal and i will share part of it with you, dear blog reader.

my learning contract:
i will write a swingin' 60s inspired song by december 31, 2009.

here is a list of some obstacles and how i might overcome them:

1. i don't know how to write a song. i might read some how-to books for a place to start.
2. i don't own any musical instruments. i might borrow one from a friend.
3. i am a procrastinator. i might set aside time every week specifically to accomplish my goal.

things i need for my toolbox:

• how-to books
• friends to give me feedback
• professional advice from real live rock 'n' rollers
• 60s style inspiration from other songs, movies, fashion, etc
• a way to record my song to share my masterpiece with the world
• go-go boots?
  

if i need additional help, i can ask:

• caitlin
• allison
• sarah
• other rad girls who want to be in my band

i still need to figure out the detailed path to my goal.
signed by snax, january 21, 2009.