My new resolution was (and it's only the fifth of Jan now) to have a shoulder reconstruction this year and have an iron-strong shoulder which will enable me to throw wild right hook, to paddle like watermill on great sea wave and to never lose a grip on a desperate double-leg attempt.

To my greatest regret, however, money proves to be the bar again. I'd have to invest at least $1370 on private health fund for a period of a good year before I can be eligible for comprehensive surgery and necessary treatments.

Oh well, there goes a seemingly realistic new year's resolution.