Matters can’t remain open-ended forever. It only encourages procrastination on the other party’s part and yearning on yours. Time to draw the line.
You need to make some changes if you want a relationship to work. You know you’re openhearted, but are you open-minded?
A friend or acquaintance tries to backpedal on a commitment. Don’t let it happen. This person will thank you later.
People come out of the woodwork to lend a helping hand. Jot down names and addresses because there are lots of thank-you cards in your near future.
It’s been an uphill climb, but ask yourself if you’re better off now than at the beginning of the year? The answer may surprise you.
The challenge is to not burn any bridges while test-driving the “new” you. It’s doable as long as you make allowances for family and friends to adjust.


