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Today One of my New Year's resolutions this year is to learn something new, though honestly I haven't yet decided what, exactly, that something is going to be. Does researching new hobbies count? Become a Backyard Birding Expert You might be surprised at how many different types of birds find their way to basic backyard birdfeeders. Here are tips on how to properly welcome and identify your feathered guests. Essential Birding Supplies How to Attract Birds See More About:  backyard birding  backyard birding supplies  attracting birds to your backyard Learn to Play Chess I have no clue how to play chess, but our resident expert on the ultimate game of strategy says it's not as intimidating as it looks, and is relatively easy to pick up once you have the basic moves down. How Chess Pieces Move Basic Chess Tactics See More About:  chess pieces  chess rules  chess basics Knit Something Warm for Winter My grandma knits approximately 10 blankets, 15 scarves, and 20 pairs of mittens every winter. Any guesses as to what she gave me for Christmas this year? How to Read Knitting Patterns Easy Knitting Patterns for Beginners See More About:  easy knitting patterns  learn to knit  basic knitting terms Channel Vincent van Gogh My drawing and painting skills haven't evolved much since elementary school. Our Guide to Painting insists, however, that even artistically challenged folks like me have an inner van Gogh waiting to be unleashed. Top Tips for Landscape Painting Learn How to Draw and Sketch See More About:  learning to paint  painting for beginners  painting faq Today Ads Hobby Chess Pick Up Big Chess Pieces Craft & Hobby Featured Articles Eating Tips for Pregnancy Best TV Sitcom Marriages Harley-Davidsons New in 2012 Find Car Insurance Discounts 5 Essential Sales Skills US Government Official Salaries   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement