"Be Able"

"Maturity: Be able to stick with a job until it is finished. Be able to bear an injustice without having to get even. Be able to carry money without spending it. Do your duty without being supervised." - Ann Landers, columnist

There was a time in my life when I didn't want to be a responsible adult, even though I was an adult and I had many responsibilities as a wife and mother. I struggled with following through on the jobs I had to do. I got caught up in wanting to get even with people who did me wrong. I got proficient at spending money before I even had it in my hands. I was a mess!

But, I'm happy to report that I have matured over recent years and things have turned around completely for me. I'm not sure why I was so afraid to grow up and act responsibly but I'm grateful that I finally did it anyway. I enjoy completing projects, taking the high road even when I don't want to, and doing the next right thing without having to be told to do so.

Today, and every day, I choose to act maturely, following through on my obligations, and being the responsible adult I know I can be.