I think goals/GAL do intertwine, I see "goals" as something that's measurable (I use the SMART acroynm), and GAL is something that provides value in things you're interested it.
If you're not familiar: SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely)
Running the Bridge is a goal if you put a timeline on it. Running as a hobby, would be considered a GAL (something required to reach the goal applied to it.
And FYI, I was just kidding when I said "find a new bestie." Besties, like spouses, usually aren't "found" by searching... usually we just wake up one day and we've fallen into one. haha.
I'm glad to hear you've shut off the TV. I'm a big advocate of killing the TV (except for special events, etc... it's okay sometimes), but books hold so much more value. and I'm not sure about board policy, but I think you can post "books", as long as they are not relative, or opposing things that might cloud up the DB process. IE, I re-read "Man's Search for Meaning" a few weeks ago. Absolutely wonderful.
