Train of Life, Now Boarding..... Caleb

For the first time in my life I have some control and enjoy the direction I'm going. I thought about it a few days ago and realized that it's time to stop saying "when I grow up" or "maybe one day" and realize the train of life is boarding; and I'm the conductor. My name is Caleb and I'm a 20's-something guy living in Washington, DC. Growing up outside of DC, the infrequent visits to the city I had made a lasting picture of life in the city; A picture of young professionals with great career and beautiful homes running to and from cocktail parties, board meetings and restaurants. I wanted that life and while it's not picture perfect, I believe I somewhat have it. I don't have the great career, I am currently transitioning out of the military and into well to be determined, and while I'm very proud of my small condo, it's in an up-and-coming area(not the trendy up and coming either) and the social life. not as activities I would like but it's there. I wasn't in love with my life though until I met Owen. Owen has that picture perfect life of DC; the great career, the beautiful condo in a great location, and while not the busiest social life, a social life that I feel he is completely satisfied with. Owen came into my life exactly when I needed him too; I had just gotten off of a roller coaster ride called my previous relationship. During that, I really"catered" to someone else's needs and neglected mine. I lost myself and didn't realize I had until it was over. I immediately decided to dive right back in to the dating pool, even though I knew I wasn't ready . Luckily, my first date was Owen. I was immediately taken with his ideal DC life, his charm, his beauty, and just how together he was. We immediately hit it off,finding joy in our similarities and intrigue in our differences. Owen is not only my boyfriend but my best friend, a relationship so many believe is impossible. During the beginning, I asked a lot of him in so many ways. To most, I maintained my composure, acting as if I wasn't lost from my previous relationship, but to Owen, I opened up, dropped the act and got real. While I can't say I completely know who I am, I have a very strong handle on it and am SO much happier and balanced than ever before. While we've only been together under a year, Owen and I progressed our relationship at least three times faster than most. That's just who we are and what works for us.