It’s that time of year when lists reign supreme – wish lists
for the ubiquitous Mr. Claus, shopping lists for your holiday feasts, and
everyone’s favorite, your list of new year’s resolutions. Of course all lists are created equal,
but there’s something about the dawn of a new 12-month cycle that adds extra
weight and power to those efforts to tabulate and number your wants, needs, and
goals.
Ask and ye shall receive – that’s the spirits that dominates
as we close out 2008 and fix our eyes on 2009’s horizon. With the promise of an historical
infrastructure spending program and three million new jobs, next year already
resembles Santa’s gift bag. So,
let’s pretend we’ve got the ear of the guy ready to dole out the presents – what
would you ask for?
1) With a blank check, I could:
2) The most immediate funding need for 2009 is:
3) One lingering project who’s time has come is:
4) With enough help and guidance, it would be great to explore the
possibilities of:
5) Money can’t change everything, including:
Anything
not on the list? Let us know