Half of the year 2002 is over, finished, past. Time for a self-assessment:
PRO

6 months of being employed, making fair money, providing for the family.

excelling at my new job, good recognition, respect from mgmt team

keeping expenses in check. No debt except mortgage.

healthy - have not been sick all year.
CON

still not happy with current job, making no progress in career.

still doing a lousy job of keeping up with old friends

need to make more home improvements - kitchen/bathrooms/exterior paint/windows/doors

need to lose more weight - get more exercise, get in better shape

I really can't complain. Everything is fine. I know many people have more earth-shattering problems than I do. My end of year goal remains the same - better job.