One of my main definitions of my own success is how well I have stayed true to the principles I set out to live and how they have helped me or hurt me.  Regardless of the circumstances - right in the midst of rain or shine, hell or high water – how have I responded to what life has thrown at me?  Have my beliefs helped me or have they been a waste? Am I a better, stronger, smarter more open and more passionate about my God and my spiritual life than when I started or am bitter, angry, defeated or even arrogant and a know it all? Have my convictions been overturned or faded from desperation?  After 18 years of living this journey - I feel exceptionally blessed.