NOW THAT 2001 is history, it is time to look to the future. Young Post asked people who have appeared in our pages to share their New Year resolutions with us.
Patricia Lam Pui-chee, 17, chairperson of the Hong Kong Union for Young Leaders
'To fulfil my duty as chairperson and do it well is my top priority for 2002. Since I took up the position last September there have been many problems that need to be sorted out. One is that the economic downturn has made it difficult to get sponsorship for our activities.
'We have big projects in the pipeline. In February, we will continue our social service programme for migrant children. April will be the highlight of our year, with a youth leadership seminar, training programmes and talks given by public figures. Then during the summer we will take a trip, probably along the Silk Road. For me, there are big challenges ahead.'
Yue Yun-fai, 49, principal of Holy Carpenter Primary School, one of the '50 Outstanding Persons of Asia 2001' chosen by Business Week
'I owe a great deal to my family. For the last 10 years all I have thought about was work. Every morning I arrived at school at seven and didn't leave until eight or nine, sometimes even 10 at night. I have spent more time with other people's children than with my own. Even though my family has never complained, I still feel guilty. In fact, the more considerate they are, the more guilty I feel.
'Still, this year I have a lot of work to do. Many parents in my school have difficulties looking after their children. They may have to work 16 hours a day, and you can't expect them to sit down and talk to their children every night after they get back home. These children need more care. We are not only responsible for students' academic results but also their overall growth.'
