The First Step

 
I constantly remind myself why I started this blog.  In my short life I have learned so much, but the most important lesson I have learned is this: 
Life is good.
I decided that in my effort to continually keep my head up and work towards bigger and better things, I want to share 5 things a week that demonstrate just how good life is.  I'm sick of complaining about all of my petty first-world problems.   I promise, this isn't the worst thing that ever happened to you. 
I'm ready to embrace the fact that there is so much more to life than the bad/stupid stuff.  It may not always seem like it, but if you ask me, the first step is looking at the good parts.  Some people have gratitude journals, I have this. 
1.  I was able to apply and get accepted to an active duty assignment for the summer. I get to spend my whole summer on an active duty base working, playing, and seeing old friends.  I am so excited to have this opportunity. 
2.  I got approved for my first real line of credit besides my car loan. I am super excited about this.  I'm working really hard to get all my finances in line and build my credit.  I have big financial goals for a young'un and I am so glad I get the chance to work on them. 
3.  My civilian job is so patient with me and lets me jet off to different places whenever I have to.  The Army is taking me far more places than I expected and I am quite fortunate to have such a flexible boss that just wants it to be smooth sailing. 
4.  I have awesome parents that understand my need to...ramble. They let me live at their house rent free and deal with all the messes I make.  There is a slight possibility that this is because I make a mean batch of enchiladas but either way, they put up with me and I am so lucky to have them. 

5. I got into a major car accident and walked away with a tiny scratch on my knee and some lessons learned. 
Being able to look at the bright side is something that I have learned over time.  I haven't always been good at, but it has truly improved my quality of life more than I can even comprehend.  If you happen to see a few things in your life that make things work right, maybe stop and appreciate it for a minute.  You never know how good it can make you feel until you try.