I'm feeling reflective....

Sometimes when I'm alone I sit back and look at my life. It's been a good one. Not that I'm dying anytime soon (God willing), but I'm satisfied with my life so far. I have an awesome family who put up with me when I was a total and complete brat. I've discovered who my real friends are and seen what it's like to have friends that are not really friends. I have wonderful sisters who have been great role models for me. There was a point in my life when I was very unhappy. I just felt so alone, like no one trusted me to make my own decisions. I was given the chance to be responsible, and I've discovered that I'm pretty darn capable of making my own decisions, not that I don't need help every once in a while. I wonder what my life would be like if I have never gone to Winona State, what if I had gone to culinary school? I would have been done with school 2 years ago, and I'd be making a living by being a chef someplace.

I really wanted to be a chef in high school. I honestly thought that's what I was supposed to be. I think I would have made a great chef, but I don't think I'd be as happy as I am now. Going to Winona State has given me a lot of confidence. I learned how to do public speaking and I've learned so much about becoming a successful activist. I'm ready to go out into the world and make a difference. I don't think I'll become a huge icon or anything, but I believe I will make a difference in someone's life. I think I've already made some differences in the lives of my friends. They sure have made a difference in mine. I'm amazed at the life I've had. Growing up with the family that I did and even though I had my struggles, I'm glad that it was my parents and sisters that were there for me. Thanks. I hope you've enjoyed my reflection.

The book this time is
Anatomy of the Spirit (Caroline Myss)