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Not all the time, but most of the time, the little goals we achieve – the ones that remind us that we’re human but still making it – matter more than crossing off the bigger goals. It may be that we’ve all learned not to reach for the moon because life kicks us in the crotch pretty regularly. Or it may be because some of us don’t think enough of ourselves to try harder.

At any rate, and in an effort to be relatable, below is a list I’ve compiled over the last couple of weeks of small personal successes that have both satisfied me and kept me reaching:

• As of yesterday, I’m caught up on all of the laundry.
• I have logged into work on time every day and have even managed to get in some overtime (which means a bigger paycheck, and this close to Christmas? Yes, please).
• Ozmond the Pup is completely kennel trained and hasn’t had an accident in a week.
• I set a deadline to have all of the Christmas decorations up by November 1 (nobody tells me what to do so I don’t care if you think that’s too early) and BY GOLLY the tree, garland, wreath, stockings and wall decor are glowing beautifully. I went for a gingerbread theme.

• My press-ons a/k/a fake nails a/k/a a cheap vice have stayed on for 6 days, which is great because I love the color and shape of these particular nails.
• I paid off a credit card.
• I am on track to finish the Bible in six months, finishing the first quarter on time.
• I found, and have attended consistently, a church that I love. I haven’t made it through a service yet without sobbing, but that’s a goal for another time.
• I located and purchased the serving platters I have wanted for a very long time, and they were ON SALE!
• I have also refrained from opening and/or using any of the Christmas presents I have received by mail (for myself), including a Michael Kors bag and wallet I have coveted for several months. Only 6 weeks to go!
• I perfected my son’s favorite lunch – a chicken Caesar wrap with a side of fruit and a treat. He has eaten a chicken wrap a day for the last two weeks, and every time, it’s “the best one so far.” Since my son is a picky eater, I count it a parenting win.
• I filled all of the slots of the shadow box on my wall!

• And finally, my sleep schedule is back on track (thanks to the time change) and I am getting adequate rest, and thereby, energy.

If you’ve had any success in the last week or two, let’s celebrate together!