1999 "You're never a loser until you quit trying."
A year to take stock and consolidate. An examination of all the facets of your life is in order. Are you in the salary bracket you want to be in? Is your love life satisfactory? Are you happy in your work? Do you like what you see in the mirror? If not, it's up to you to make changes. By now you have learned that life isn't necessarily fair and you'll only get out of it what you put into it. Although it may be a financial strain, a real holiday [not a long week-end] would be good for you and for those you care about. Life doesn't get easier, but you learn how to cope with it in a more mature way. You discover that the things that really do count don't cost money, but they do require effort. Hold onto your car, stay put where you live, and don't change your job. In short, maintain the status quo but do take that holiday even if you have to borrow to make it happen.