Quote:We got out because we worked hard, not because we where lucky. There was nothing lucky about it, I earned it. I learned a new trade in my mid 20's while working two-three jobs to make ends meet for a family of 4 at the time. I invested in my education and took night  and summer college courses. I lived within my means moving the now family of 6 into a 2 bedroom duplex so we could take the financial hit and finish my degree. I went back to work and got my certifications and built time on my resume and when the time was right I found ample employers looking for an educated, experienced, certified mechanic/service manager.

 

it wasn't luck, it was hard work and anyone can do it. 

 

Luck, Grace, the will of the Great Spaghetti Monster, the right quantum twist within that one particle that pushed you in the right direction...  I don't know...  

 

I've met alot of folks that could have been me except for a wrong turn here or there.  Hell, I could have been alot better off if not for a wrong turn here or there that slowed my growth.  There are alot of moments in my life that could have turned really bad for me as well.  In my mind, to think that I've done what I've done all by myself just seems to selfish...This Universe is a crazy place.  I think there are indeed slackers out there.  But I've met alot of people that could have gotten just as far as me or further if they didn't get kicked in the gonads at a key point in their lives.

 

I respect you, Eric.  From reading about your life, I absolutely know you kicked butt to get where you are.  I'll just leave it at that... 

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