I’ve started a slow trickle of Christmas gifts into the house. I have a running list of items on Amazon, but I don’t think it’s enough.

I think I need a detailed list of everything I buy and for whom so I don’t go overboard again this year.

Usually I buy way too many presents for the kids. They already have tons of toys and games in their rooms; they don’t need nearly as much as I’ve gotten them in the past.

Really, I should set aside a predetermined amount of money each year for the holidays. It would probably save me hundreds of dollars.

I often know what I should do, it’s just a matter of doing it. It’s the same with tracking food.

If I were better at tracking food and expenses, think of where I’d be right now. Or better yet, if I get better at tracking food and expenses, think of where I’ll be in three years.

It’s all about accountability. And you can’t have accountability without “count.”

Onward.