I was satisfied with the way my career was going and too comfortable with my current rank and responsibilities. In the service, I am the equivalent of an office supervisor. My pay is all right but not good enough to retire comfortable with. I never put too much thought about my future and only worried about doing my job and keeping my Commanding Officer and customers happy. It wasn't until two friends of mine retired that made me realized the value of good education and how far it can take me in life.