This week there has been much talk of plans, the more conventional ones. For example; receiving an undergraduate degree, getting a job, and getting hitched. The more I speak with people, the more I realize that my discomfort with that plan is common. And common among those older than myself - people who have lived more years and experienced more things.

I am proud of myself. I am. I am not settling. For a while I have thought, perhaps I was foolish. Perhaps stupid.

I am happy though. Plans that involve more risk have a greater level of gain. And sometimes the greatest plans take the greatest amount of time. I have taken a risk, and though right now my life is not exactly what I want it to look like I'm aware that I have to work hard. For me to be satisfied I have to dream big and work hard. That excites me. I'm not settling, despite wanting things to be easier sometimes. I think that truly, I'm working towards what I want in my life. And I'm working really hard at it. Moving to a completely new place teaches you how to be an individual and rely on the abilities you have, and recognize what makes you unique.

I have a good life, and I think it's only going to get better.

(especially because the forecast for tomorrow is sunshine)