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5 Things I'm Proud Of...

My bro suggested this writing prompt to me last night, so let me give it a try.

I'm proud of the fact that I graduated from college. It was a struggle and I really didn't have anyone to go before me to set the stage, but though it all I stuck to it and accomplished my goal. My degree proudly hangs in my aunt's house and I have a copy in my room to remind me of what I've done. It was one of my proudest moments even though I didn't get to attend my own graduation (another story).

I'm proud of how I'm dealing with my mental issues. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder years ago and it's been a struggle to cope with the ways my emotions and my mood changes. For the past year or two I've done well though. It's not an easy fight but I'm committed to beating this thing and not allowing it to ruin my life or my relationships.

I'm proud of myself for starting a fledgling business. It's only a resume writing business but it's something that I created and it helps me make ends meet. One day I'd like to expand and offer other services but that time will come. As for now, I'm just happy I have something I can call my own.

I'm proud of the way my husband and I have remained friends after separating. We could be evil and mean towards one another but that's not the path we decided to follow. We aren't together physically but I still feel connected to him and we're still family no matter what. I wish him the best in everything he's doing and I know he has my back when I need him.

I'm proud of the way I'm learning to help my aunt at home. I do simple things like take out the trash and cut the grass, but I'm learning more and more as the weeks and months go on. Hopefully I'll learn how to cook soon and that can be another thing I take over as the years go on and she gets older. Some of these things aren't my favorite activities, like cutting grass, but I know they have to be done and they fall on me to complete. It does feel good to be active and to know that I'm contributing to our home and making it look good to those who visit or pass by.


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