I can’t believe I did it. I had it on the calendar for almost a year. As it drew closer, I came so close to not following through. I overcame other pressing responsibilities, requests and even guilt, but I did it anyway. I still can’t believe I did it. Can I ever forgive myself?

I spent four consecutive afternoons stretched out on my couch in my dude room…watching The Masters tournament. There you have it. I confess. And I loved every minute of it.

You see, I have a problem. I am a lazy man. That is why I work so hard. I put in endless hours at my work, rarely take a day off, and I make myself take vacations. I do this because I do not want people to know how lazy I am.

I am not proud of this habit. As a matter of fact, I am determined to overcome it so that I might finish the race well. Last week, I felt I was about to hit a brick wall. Those four days were a good investment. As a matter of fact, please excuse me. I must go and mark next year’s calendar.

Don’t do as I do. Do as I say. Take some time for yourself occasionally.