2005: I will read at least 20 good books a year.
2006: I will read at least 10 books a year.
2007: I will read 5 books a year.
2008: I will read some articles in the newspaper this year.
2009: I will try and finish the comics section this year.

2005: I will get my weight down below 170.
2006: I will watch my calories until my weight is below 200.
2007: I will follow my new diet until I get below 220.
2008: I will work out once a week.
2009: I will drive past a gym at least once a week.

2005: I will pay off my bank loan promptly.
2006: I will pay off my bank loans promptly.
2007: I will be totally out of debt by next year.
2008: I will try to pay off the debt interest by next year.
2009: I will try to be out of the country by next year.