Accomplished

So I'm thinking, just sitting here...thinking. I can't for the life of me understand my lack of appreciation of self. I was downstairs rummaging around for more holiday decor, and in one box full of my old life, I found the book with my published poetry. It matters not that a certain prestigious academic establishment led me astray from what I had wanted, I still achieved that goal. And I've overcome and achieved so much more, more than I really ever thought I could do in the short little time I've been puttering around on this sphere. Today, I'm taking the time to recognize the present, and letting go of the 'what ifs' and the 'could have beens'.  Nope, it's all about me, in the present, with my glorious and awesome self. The one person who deserves a little celebrating. Cheers to me and a bright shiny future. Raise a glass to that!