I agree about time sensitive goals. I do want to lose this 1/2 lb by New Years Day so I can be under 200 to start the new year, but I think I'll be okay if I don't make it. I've been asked to take part in challenges, but now I refuse. Weight loss is challenging enough IMO. I've just got to stay focused on myself and my own goals, not add additional ones! We'll keep losing in 2012, I know we will!!