Some of the goals overlapped and I listed them in all of the categories where they fit. I also set dates for some of the goals while listing others as "ongoing." Off to the right side, I made a section where I could write in Goal tending activities and such, things I would do to tend my goals and thus help me accomplish them. Some of the goals had to be modified slightly here and there, but most modifications were complete by February.
I struggled most with the financial goals, though overall, I was able to accomplish them. Only one goal remains incomplete as of today and that is getting a new-to-us vehicle. I started looking at what type of vehicle I would like for us, but there were circumstances beyond my control that did not permit me to quite see this one through. Though, steps were taken to make it more possible. It will roll over into 2013 and I will certainly see it through. Otherwise, though, I accomplished my goals. I am, therefore, declaring full and complete success.
I first learned more fully about goal setting and goal tending during a marketing training I did a few years ago. I believe very strongly in doing it and I believe that goal setting, and the related tending, can make a huge difference. I will set up my 2013 goals just the same as I did for 2012 and I will commit myself to meeting those goals.
Life is good. Life will continue to be good and I am hoping will even continue to get better. I am imperfect, but I know that and take that into account as I navigate through this life. I pray. I try Feng Shui. I write down my goals. I read. I reach out when I need help or support. I believe in myself. I believe in what I am doing. I trust where and when I can. I want the best for myself and my children. Therefore, I will work for it.
The weekend ahead will bring me the opportunity to do a little more in the way of careful financial planning and goal setting for 2013. At the same time, I will have the opportunity to write, to blog, to organize my thoughts, to have fun, to embrace someone I love who I haven't seen in nine months. S is part of my rock. I do not know where I would be today without her. This weekend, we will wrap up 2012 and all of its highs and lows. This weekend we will explore a city we love. It will be a working weekend full of fun and joy. I am more thankful for this opportunity than words can express. My hope is that My Chico will have the opportunity to join us for at least part of the weekend, but I am mentally and emotionally strong enough to handle it if circumstances prevent it.
One of the things S and I want to do this weekend is to visit Santa and share with him our hopes for Christmas. In a way, this is another part of goal setting for me. I will share with a total stranger some of my deepest wants (well, sort of) and I will embrace the childlike faith and hope of the Christmas season. S will do it too. We will do it together. Just as we have navigated this adventure of divorce, self-discovery, rediscovery, personal growth, hope, trust, faith for the past 18 months (plus) together.
With less than 30 days left in 2012, the time to look over past goals, celebrate victories, and set new goals has arrived.
There has been lots of talk of the world ending on December 21, 2012. All because the Mayan calendar ends. I for one hope that is not the case. However, one of the things I have done over the past 18 months is I have chosen to LIVE life. As I've written recently, I want to live life more fully and now I feel myself coming alive again. If you live each day to the fullest, if you appreciate each moment for what it offers, then what does it matter what happens December 21, or any other day tomorrow. None of us is promised tomorrow. So, while I will set goals and I will work to achieve those goals, there are two bottom lines for me: 1) live each day to the fullest and appreciate what I can and 2) remember each and every day that I AM AWESOME!
From this year's goal list:
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