Reflections on a year going past

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Questions for a New Year’s Eve Reflection Meme:

From the archives!

What was the single best thing that happened this past year?  
I travelled halfway across the country and met some really awesome people I never knew in real life.

What was the single most challenging thing that happened?
I have had to start programs without any management support (because they either quit or moved on).

What was an unexpected joy this past year? 
Getting a financial windfall I didn't expect when my husband was unemployed.

What was an unexpected obstacle?
Not getting promoted. (The paperwork is still in the mail...)

Pick three words to describe 2013.
Fun, crazy, cool 

What were the best books you read this year? 
Biographies and stories about perseverance.

With whom were your most valuable relationships?  
Certain coworkers who support me in spite of challenging environments.


What was the most enjoyable part of your work?  
Making the impossible happen.

What was the most challenging part of your work?
Working with a "team" that refuses to accept reality.

What was your single biggest time waster in your life this past year? 
Meetings (about 90% of them anyway).

What was the best way you used your time this past year?  
I am creating programs to work with rehab patients in new ways.

What was the biggest thing you learned this past year?
Some people can see into the future, and some people are happy living in the past.
 
Create a phrase or statement that describes 2013 for you.
Hope for the best, plan for the worst, and savor every minute of joy you're given.