The People You Meet, The Places You Go

It is so amazing how encounters with other people can change your life, for better or worse. You may kiss the bride. No just kidding. But seriously. Even the slightest interaction with someone can change your life. I have met so many people in my 19 years of life. Most of them have made a great impact on my life. My friends at school have really helped be find out who I am. I could not be any more thankful. Because I made the decision to live on campus, where I did, when I did, allowed me to make friends with the people on my floor. Being in the right place at the right time really impacts how things turn out. Heck, deciding to go to the school I did allowed me to meet some amazing people as well. Not only in my classes but on campus in general. To any of my friends who are reading this. I just want to say thanks for being some pretty cool bad asses. That's all.
     When I went to basic training I made some of the best friends I could have ever had. It is a unique type of friendship. One where you can hang out and be cool cats and also risk your life for everyone your fighting with. It is kind of hard to explain how amazing that type of bond feels. Every person I have met has been a stepping stone to my future prosperity and happiness. And present I suppose. You never know what person will have the connections to your dream job, or what ever the hell you want to do. Don't take people for granted. Sometimes you can seriously change someones life with a simple smile or hello or any type of kind gesture. Even letting them know that you're there for them. I know that I would not be the same person or be here if it weren't for my friends making sure that I am okay and letting me know that they're there for me. Just keep that in the back of your mind next time you are feeling spiteful or lonely. People out there care. You just have to find the right ones.