Accomplishment you're most proud of...

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Originally Posted by ~Ally~

Really. Not one thing. I'm not complaining though--and definitely not writing myself off Champ--I'm just facing up to my reality. I don't regret the things I've done, but now I'm at the stage where I see my friends with their partners/kids and I'd like to have that also. Relationships are very important, and it's admirable that so many of you recognise that and appreciate what you have.

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...you are our friend...and good ones like you are rare...for that alone-you should be proud...:love:

I keep trying to think of the things I accomplished, and I look back and see them as blessings from God. I have been blessed with some good career success, and at one time I would have been immature enough think that was me, but I can now see it was God. The family, a blessing from God. Most everything a blessing from God. If I had to point to anything of accomplishment it may be surviving some rough patches in childhood, into adulthood, with good attitude, eventually becoming a contributing member of society rather than becoming a burden to society. Let's just say my parents had some of their own challenges and issues, and so there was parts of my life where I was left raising myself and my younger brother, starting around age 10. Somehow (God) I made it through high school with good grades, and college (working, scholarships, and loans). Neither my brother or myself turned negative or used our childhood as excuses to do bad things, or blame our parents for anything. They tried, they loved us, but they were only human, given to some of the weaknesses of humanity, that at times left us alone; or on guard through the night for violent situations. It has been a long time since I had to sleep with one eye open. It now seems like another life, someone elses life that I had a chance to witness up close and personal. I also suppose that maybe that's why I liked "IT" so much, the fear associated with survival at a young age, when children should be thinking of other thoughts. Sorry, TMI.

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Originally Posted by tenngolfer

I keep trying to think of the things I accomplished, and I look back and see them as blessings from God. I have been blessed with some good career success, and at one time I would have been immature enough think that was me, but I can now see it was God. The family, a blessing from God. Most everything a blessing from God. If I had to point to anything of accomplishment it may be surviving some rough patches in childhood, into adulthood, with good attitude, eventually becoming a contributing member of society rather than becoming a burden to society. Let's just say my parents had some of their own challenges and issues, and so there was parts of my life where I was left raising myself and my younger brother, starting around age 10. Somehow (God) I made it through high school with good grades, and college (working, scholarships, and loans). Neither my brother or myself turned negative or used our childhood as excuses to do bad things, or blame our parents for anything. They tried, they loved us, but they were only human, given to some of the weaknesses of humanity, that at times left us alone; or on guard through the night for violent situations. It has been a long time since I had to sleep with one eye open. It now seems like another life, someone elses life that I had a chance to witness up close and personal. I also suppose that maybe that's why I liked "IT" so much, the fear associated with survival at a young age, when children should be thinking of other thoughts. Sorry, TMI.

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I understand completely. It is a relief, isn't it, to not be afraid of going to sleep? Living with parents like that, that kind of fear is such a weight. It's always there, never goes away, not when you're away from home, not when they're being nice, not when things seem calm on the surface.

For some of us, making it to adulthood as a functioning individual was quite an accomplishment. You DO deserve some of the credit for that. :smile2:

I'm late chiming into this thread, not sure how I missed it. Beautiful postings, beautiful supportive people here!! My children are my greatest accomplishment without a doubt. They are well adjusted and happy, something I never was a child. Although my husband drives me crazy most of the time, I guess it's something we've been together almost 20 years, I never thought that would happen. Although it may seem small, I'm still so happy I joined this board. It has restored my faith in people to a certain degree because there is so much support here. I respect all of you who open up your hearts, this is a great place to be!

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Originally Posted by Mary19

I'm late chiming into this thread, not sure how I missed it. Beautiful postings, beautiful supportive people here!! My children are my greatest accomplishment without a doubt. They are well adjusted and happy, something I never was a child. Although my husband drives me crazy most of the time, I guess it's something we've been together almost 20 years, I never thought that would happen. Although it may seem small, I'm still so happy I joined this board. It has restored my faith in people to a certain degree because there is so much support here. I respect all of you who open up your hearts, this is a great place to be!

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:down: Ah - cut that out! You're gonna make us cry! :blush:

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Originally Posted by ~Ally~

Aww, this is a nice thread fush, it's interesting to read what makes people proud. I'm impressed that many people regard their personal relationships with others so highly.

I've been thinking about it for a few days and can truthfully say I'm not proud of anything. I feel nothing but disappointment with my life/myself, especially being 32-years old and still single, with no family of my own. I could easily say I'm proud that I've travelled, and I've never been afraid to do things alone, but that's nonsense...everything I've done in the past has led to me having nothing worthwhile in my life now. Hopefully that will change in the future, but if not I can't complain, at least I'm still breathing! :smile2:

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Some of us are late bloomers, Ally. Trust me, at 32 you're still just a kid, definitely not too young to have kids of your own. It may not be too late for me to have kids even. Meanwhile, it sounds like you're doing some introspection which many 32 year olds aren't. To me that's a healthy attitude for someone at your point in life. I see hope for you.

I'm glad you're at the SKMB, Ally, and I know I speak for most everyone else. Anyone who doesn't appreciate my speaking for them, too late! (Thankee, Mod!) You've accomplished having friends and loved ones, haven't you? According to many wise people, that's almost everything there is.

I read this thread with interest, and, like many others, I feel my accomplishment I'm most proud of is my little family. Our lives are busy, stressful, manic at times, and the fact that my man and boy are still the people who I'd rather curl up with at the end of each and every day makes me so happy. That, and getting through each work day without stabbing my nit-picking ocd infested boss with a fork, I also consider a major feat :wink2:

I'm proud of all of you! :love:

My biggest accomplishment was helping to get the Department of Correction to recognize Paganism/Wicca/Etc. as a legitimate religion in prisons. Until my fellow Pagan clergy and I pressed the matter prisoners who wanted to practice were not allowed to do so. I worked with a group at a minimum security prison, too. I think I changed lives and I'm very proud of that. Also, because the DofC recognized them, the Dept. of Defense finally did.