I have been infuriated at times last season, but I have enjoyed it a lot. I feel like I'm watching Liverpool again. I looked forward to the way this season would develop. It's not all that I expected, but I'm pleased. In the league, we've done better, and if the season progresses on this trajectory, we'll finish a bit higher. If we finish 6th this season, that's 2 places better. If we finish two places better next season (doable considering the abysmal start we had and our improved consistency, new signings and goal scoring form) then we will finish 4th by the end of next season.
However, we may very well finish 5th this season with the way Everton and Arsenal have been playing, leaving only one place left to catch and still maintaining European football. 4th looks unlikely, but if Chelsea drop it, it is still mathematically possible.
If we finish 6th, which looks fairly likely, I will be not satisfied, but content for a rebuilding season. If higher, I will be thrilled.