2008 for me was all about reduction, trimming the fat.  It was my best year yet.  I got rid of a lot of excess crap and simplified my life and fattened my wallet as a result. My biggest mistake, however, was I did not hold myself accountable for any goals because… I had none.

2009 will be different.  I’m starting this year by listing my goals and aspirations so that come December 31st I can measure my success (or lack thereof).

My Goal:

• Volunteer at least 4 times
• Quadruple the size of our Emergency Fund
• Take a 3 – 4week vacation on the west coast
• Buy a DSLR
• Win at least one photo contest
• Sell at least one photo
• Reduce my wardrobe by 25%
• See at least 25 sunsets and 25 sunrises
• Complete and release Mivity
• Work out at least 3 times per week for 30minutes at a time
• Finish the 1st floor of the house

Some of these are an extension of what I began last year.  Others are brand new.  I’m sure others will present themselves during the year.