Reading over what I wrote yesterday, the whole being thankful for my “bracket” in life sounds pretty arrogant and snobbish, which wasn’t what I intended. I only meant it as a way of expressing where I stand in society … not really a status either, because status implies more snobbishness.
I am thankful for where I am right now. I feel fairly comfortable financially, both in terms of my stipend and what my parents can provide me. I feel lucky to not have to worry about being hungry. Also, I really value my being able to pursue higher education with support from my family, my friends, and my institution. Now there’s a satisfactory definition of all that was encompassed in “bracket” :)