I feel a new chapter is about to begin in my life. And lord knows I need it! As most who know me are aware, 2010 was a hectic year for Rich and I. A new job, loss of new job, three big moves, and a family feud that still hasn’t been resolved, and even more financial ruin than I already have. But the year ended pretty well. A good friend offered Rich and I a light in the dark when she offered to let us move in with her for basically nothing. Ever since we have been on the road to recovery, and to top it all off I just found out I got into graduate school! Yes, things are looking up.
When I was in my early twenties, and I thought about my thirties, I always assumed I would be finished with school, in my career, financially stable, own my own home, and maybe married and thinking about kids. As I’m sure most people learn when they turn thirty, life does not always work out as you planned. I was faced with this very reality when I turned thirty this year in March. But I’m okay with it. I think when we get older we become more aware of how impossible it is, especially in this day and age, to fulfill your own expectations of yourself. So I’ve decided to give myself a break, and focus on the positive.
I got into graduate school, yes! And once my financial aid is complete I can most likely afford to move into a nicer place, closer to town, yes! That will hopefully have a nice lush backyard for our doggies to play, yes! Oh yes, did I forget to mention one of the positives of 2010 was adopting two sweet puppies in Nevada. If all goes as planned (ha!) I will be able to catch-up on some bills, and fix my credit before beginning school in the fall. I want to start graduate school with as many things checked-off my to-do list as possible, a clean slate so to speak. And I want to keep it that way. No more blowing money on stupid stuff, its time to start being more practical and frugal with my spending.
I think I learned a few things about poor choices in 2010. No more of that! I will think, and think again before making any big decisions. No more getting myself into bad predicaments. I just want to live in a cute little place, close to friends and family, take care of my pets and myself, finish school, and get a good job. Once that is complete then I can start thinking about all the other stuff I thought I should be doing by now, and not worry about my age or any preconceived notions. I know there will be bumps in the road, but above all I am excited to have a goal, and clear path to get there.
So, here’s to my next chapter: Recovery and Repair, Onward and Upward from Here.
