The candle is burning down…it’s time for some reflection.

Last year I claimed the word “reduce” for my word of the year. I need to ponder my thoughts on my goals and expectations of that word.

• I have made a small dent in my art and sewing supplies over the course of the year.
• I’ve lost 9 inches across my body according to the measurements at Curves but only 1lb on the scale. I guess that proves that muscle weighs more than fat.
• I’m on the fence with reducing the “stuff” in our house. We’ve gotten rid of some but added others. I think it’s a wash.
• I continue to look for ways to reduce the chemical load in our house as well as reduce our waste. “Bigbox” mentality is hard to fight against while trying to stay budget friendly. I’d say we are definitely still a work in progress with this one.

Overall I feel positive about my goal “word” of the year. I think it helped me to have a self-commitment ideal in mind…not just some arbitrary goal that I set when I’m feeling big change is needed…then poop out a few weeks into it.  It could be said that “she’s got a lot of quit in her“.

All that’s left to do is kiss my sweetheart at midnight…or at least before bed since I’m sure I won’t last that long.

Have a safe and happy New Years Eve everyone!