When things go as expected, you should be:

relieved.

satisfied (and happy with yourself).

vindicated.

content (to do it again).

resolved.

ready (for the next time).

but…

Don’t beat yourself up about it if not.

You did everything you needed to do and learned as much as you could ahead of time. Some things are completely out of your control and in that case, just make the best of it and be ready for the next go around.

It isn’t always the case that things go awry…but, oh. Oh yes, when they are as expected you can be pleasantly surprised and celebrate the win.

~ Dawn aka Hat Girl