It’s the time of year that I choose to reflect on where I am now realtive to where I wanted to be when we ushered in 2009! In some ways, the goals I set for myself have materialized; in other ways my intentions fell short. The pattern seems to duplicate from year to year – accomplishments and set backs – progress and disappointments. What’s particularly disturbing are the plans I carried over from the year before fell short once again. Maybe, goal setting isn’t for me. Maybe, I’d be better off working the plan as I go along rather than beat myself up when a set up becomes a set back! You know what else I’m realizing as I write? I’m focusing on what didn’t go my way, rather than celebrating what did! What about you? Do you focus on your accomplishements? Do you applaud your success? Do you give yourself credit for your progress? I sure hope so! I think this is a lesson we all need to learn, unless it’s just the lesson I need. At this time of year, let’s express gratitude for all we have, all the people in our lives who support us, enrich us and keep us grounded. Let’s now worry about what isn’t going the way we’d like it to. Rather, let’s acknowledge our blessings. Afterall, tis the season to celebrate. In January we can think about our goals. Not now! Care to comment?