The outdoor island/BBQ sounds delightful!
I'm never bored, so don't have any advice for how to overcome it. I usually have a lot of little projects I'm working on...and if not, I am always reading some sort of book. Currently reading a book about Benedict Arnold of all things. I love historical stuff.
Cooking can be a passion and quite fun. Plus you are getting a "twofer" of making something good for yourself. We are what we eat; that is sooooo true.
Tonight's menu:
Caesar Roasted Chix Breasts (new recipe),
asparagus,
artisan bread.
Ginger ale and cranberry juice mix to drink.
I don't snowboard; sort of envy those who do. So enjoy the snowboarding.