The Left Side of Normal Airplanes, The Internet, and Everything Else

So many people focus on the negative aspects of their lives and how awful things are. I'm sure I've been guilty of that myself on more than a handful of occasions. I decided to try to think of some positive things to share instead of the usual ranting and raving about whatever. So, here goes...

• I'm healthy - As I get older, some people I know have started to have medical problems of varying degrees. Whether it's a problem with drug addiction, back pain, trouble sleeping, or whatever the case may be, I'm fortunate to not have any of these sorts of ailments just yet. I'm sure I'll end up with something (my family has a history of diabetes and my diet isn't exactly the picture of health).
• I'm employed - With the economy the way it is, I'm very thankful to have a great job working with great people in a fun career. The stress level can be like a roller coaster, but for the most part it's not so bad. In addition to my regular work I have a couple of non-competing contracting jobs that I work in my off hours, which helps keep the debts lower than they would be otherwise.
• I have a wonderful fiance - I can't say enough good things about the love of my life. She's kind, understanding, and keeps me on track for the things that I need to be doing even if I don't really want to. I love you baby!
• Low stress level - Overall I'm in a pretty good place in life. My job is steady and it looks as though it will stay that way for the forseeable future. The people in my life (for the most part) are sane, reasonable people, so there isn't a lot of family drama to contend with. The only real concern I have is that I'm getting older and we're planning a wedding, probably kids, buying a house, etc. and still have a lot of debt hanging over us from student loans and flight training. The contracting work is helping to fend that off, but it's hard to pay off debt and save at the same time. Again though, I'm thankful that I'm able to pay down the debt at all instead of squeaking by on minimum payments (or less as some people are going through).

So, overall, I have a lot to be thankful for and many positive things going on in my life. I should smile more often. :)