So last night had a late night conversation with a really good friend of mine. During the conversation we started talking about how some people need seem to always be complaining about their lives and how things are going but make no moves to change it (This isn't directed at anyone I know but was more just a general statement )

And it made me realize (and i had realized it a while ago but it really hit home yesterday) just how happy I am with the way my life is going, not only that but how blessed I am as well. I'm in good health, I have shelter, food, and job. All my basic needs are met...is money tight? Yes it is but its like that for a lot of people no need to stress over that...I do but I shouldn't..just budget :3 Is there some bullshit going on at work right now ? Yes there is but over all I have a fantastic place of employment and I've been there for 3 years and I still LOVE my job :3 (although if some stuff continues it may be time to spread my wings and find a new adventure...we'll see).

I'm blessed with a loving boyfriend who tolerates my antics and puts up with my mood swings and temper....and my love of critters....He loves me for me and that means the world to me. I can be myself with him. I don't have to change how I talk or act or am. I can just be 100% totally me. :3 I know I'm not always the easiest person to get along with... I'm stubborn and opinionated and have a temper. I can be scatter brained and hyper. I'm a farm girl to my core. And I often worry about things way to much. And for some reason he still sticks by me and spoils me. He makes me feel special :3 I couldn't ask for more. I really couldn't and I am so lucky to have him. I really am :3

I am also blessed with some pretty AWESOME friends. Both furry and non-furry. They have helped me through good and bad times, studying melt downs when i was in school, guy problems, my own mind going into over drive and thinking to much. They have offered insight when I have been confused, a calming thought when I've been panicked or just a shoulder to cry on when I need it most. They have accepted me for me and have become family. They have helped mold me into the person I am today and will continue to as time goes on. I cannot thank these people enough for everything they have done for me and continue to do for me. I am truly lucky to have them :3

And finally I am blessed to have a family that supports me in everything that I do. Whether it be showing/breeding pure bred Australian Shepherds or my job or my personal life they support me. Sometimes the support comes with a swift kick in the ass to act as a reality check when I get to far ahead of myself and sometimes it's words of encouragement and advice and other times its a helping hand. Both my mom and my dad have hauled me around to who knows where when I was in 4-H and doing dog shows when I couldn't go by myself ...heck my mom still comes and helps me at shows when she can. My brother has his own ways of showing he cares and that's what matters. I know while he may tease me and do typical brother things he won't let anyone else get away with it. They love me no matter what and they have also helped shape and mold me into the person I am today...sometimes I think a little too well as I catch myself sounding like my mother or my father depending on what I am talking about. I wouldn't trade my family for the world.

I am extremely happy with how my life is going and where it's heading. I've learned that its about taking time to stop and enjoy the little things. Smell the roses, read a good book, cuddle with a loved one while watching a movie etc. Take time and enjoy life :3 We all have things we need to complain about and that's fine and such but sometimes we need to stop complaining and do something to fix the situation. I know I myself am guilty of complaining at times and not doing anything to fix the situation. I am learning from my mistakes. :3

And on that note....a long personal journal that most people are probably sitting here going..why did she put this on the internet? Sorry for the drivel and the spam but I wanted to get this outta my head and this was the best way to do it. Plus I wanted to share with people.