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Farewell 2019

I am not one who does resolutions.  But, when 2019 began, I did something new.  I wrote down my goals for the year.  I referred back to it when I get lost along the way.  There were changes in lifestyle, perspective and attitude.

2019 was difficult year for me.  A lot of stumbling blocks came into view.  New trials made themselves known on a monthly basis.  I thought I'd have a more relaxed Christmas season this time.  Boy, was I wrong.  I was working in the Kitchen till the 24th.

But, looking back, I was able to accomplish some of my plans.  I achieved my top priority. That's the most important thing.   As 2019 drew to a close, there were feelings of contentment, relief, gratitude, anticipation and hope.  Most importantly, there is happiness.  It was easier to bid 2019 farewell.  It wasn't a total waste, after all.  I am satisfied with these small steps.

Now, as I sit quietly in my corner, I ponder on new goals and targets for the new decade.  I will still continue  what I started in 2019.  The race to 135 is still on.  My vision board is still waiting to be realized.

Cheers to 2020!

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Oh, I still live by these principles:

1)  If you do not go after what you want, you will never have it.
2)  If you do not ask, the answer will always be NO.
3)  If yo not step forward, you will always be in the same place.

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