-- I will make the second year of my PhD even more productive than the first, even though my supervisors said they were pleased with what I'd done so far. I am determined to graduate on time with the final three letters to complete the set.

(Come on 2008!)
-- I will not be afraid of the staff at the Archivio di Stato in Venice - they may be rude and unhelpful, but by God they will help me. Likewise for any other Italian state archive, or grumpy library staff in general.
-- I will stop feeling guilty for taking a day off or going on holiday. Resting one's mind is important for productivity (am suffering from major academic overload after a research trip).
-- Will sleep more, and try to cut back on caffeine consumption. Though I do love my coffee... Mmm.
Great topic, jadis!
Cheers,
Laura