Happy Anniversary!!!

One year ago today I joined the WIRR with over $53k in debt. I still remember how much it hurt to see that total for the first time. In the past 365 days, I have reduced my debt by over $13k to $39,927.49. Today is my first time to be below $40k!!! :) I have had plenty of setbacks and in the moment they are the most frustrating things in the world. In the big picture, I'm still making great progress! Now I try to stay focused on the long-term goal and the big picture. It makes those small setbacks a little less painful! :) i've learned that hiding from my debts does not make me feel better...I've made the decision to not let my finances stress me out any more. Today I feel like I am in control of them, not the other way around. Sure they are there, but I'm dealing with them and they WILL be gone sooner than later. I am starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel! It's dim, but it's brighter than it was 1 year ago!