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The Real World: Adult Edition

As I was driving to work today I couldn't help but feel grateful for the job opportunities that I have had. They allow me to live comfortably and I've met some great people along the way. I also get to see a glorious sunrise every morning driving out of my neighborhood, and drive alongside the sun rising on my way in, and it's always just a moment to sit and appreciate the beauty of the world rising for the day. And then I slam on my brakes to avoid hitting the person in front of me who is going 10 mph less than everyone else on the highway. Welcome to the real world! 





I've definitely learned my fair share of lessons after being an "adult" for the last few years. And it's never too late to start habits that turn into successes or just live by some good old fashioned "good to knows" liiiiike:

-Having Good Credit. I was fortunate enough in my first job out of college to see the importance and opportunities that having good credit does for you (a mortgage refinancing and home buying must!). Having good credit opens more doors than not. And you don't have to be a big spender to get good credit. Just be on top of things and make smaller payments every week instead of waiting for the credit card bill helps your overall balance not seem as high, which is what a credit report looks at. 

-Traffic. Know that not all people know how to drive. At least they don't in my area ;) Leave 10 minutes early if possible (but it's sooo hard to get up when I'm all warm and cozy!). Traffic is especially bad on days after a holiday. For realz-avoid if possible. Fridays are easy breezy (knock on wood). Knowing what to do and which ways to go on certain days will help with your overall stress level-which is a must. 

-You're going to lose some friends. And also gain some new ones. It's not the end of the world-life happens and gets in the way and those who remain constant are the ones to keep (obvi). It's a sad dose of reality and happens to everyone. RIP old BFFs.   

-Pick your battles. Whether it be with your significant other, roommate, parent, sibling, pet? (lol), etc. Life is too short to be worried about the nit picky things, and really, no one wants to be with Debbie Downer or Party Pooper because something doesn't go right. Just go with it and live a little. Or hold in that smart-ass remark/I told you so/comeback/witty response for something that actually deserves one. 


-And in light of recent events, Snow Days do NOT mean the same thing when you're a working adult. Sadly the show must go on, even if it's been non-stop snow for the past 6 hours (which is already unheard of in Texas!). 

Overall being an adult is being an adult. And time goes by SUPER fast now, faster than I ever remember. So just have to remember to stop and take a deep breath once in a while and do not wish the day away, as you'll never get this time back. 

Now, go live!




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