A:   Now that it’s the new year, I’ve decided to turn over a new leaf.

B:   Yeah? You finally decided to wipe the slate clean?

A:   You got it! I have a new job, I’m living in a new city, with new friends! This is my opportunity to make some small changes in the way I live my life.

B:   So what are you going to do? Take up an art class or something?

A:   Well, first of all, I’ve decided to stop smoking. It’s not that I’m pinching pennies or anything, it’s just that I’ve been smoking since I was sixteen, and I think it’s time to stop.

B:   I’m with you on that one.  Anything else you’re planning on doing?

A:   One last thing, I’ve decided to come out of the closet.

B:   It’s about time!