I have always thought of myself as being rather average. I live in an average-sized house, with an average-sized family. My grades were usually B's (which is barely better than average), my talents are about average, I don't excel in anything, and I don't really fail at anything either. However, my average lifestyle is beyond perfect in my eyes! Here are 7 reasons why being "average" can be exceptional.

1. Your house was just the right size.

There were never too many rooms to clean, nor was it too cramped for your family. It was the perfect fit!

2. Having a family of four seemed just right.

You always thought about what it would be like to have another sibling, but in reality, having only one sibling to fight with was alright with you. You had your parents, yourself, and an extra. Just right!

3. Your grades were never perfect, but you didn't fail either.

You made it through high school with a B average (and a D in chemistry)...Once you got into college, though, you realized that it didn't matter that you didn't have straight A's in high school. It probably made things easier for you, because when you got a C on the first test of the semester, you were actually pretty proud of yourself.

4. You couldn't really participate in the school talent show, but you weren't a total failure.

You knew how to play an instrument, you could draw more than stick figures (but not much more), and you could never win American Idol (but the people next to you didn't have bleeding ear drums when you sang). You probably know what it's like to be doing a group project at school and being recruited as the artist even though you weren't that good.

5. You grew up in a rather average-size town.

It's not as small as some places, but it isn't too big. You know your way around, and you know most of the people in the community (though there are still some people you don't know).

6. The people were somewhat average.

Just about everybody has their own idea of fashion, and what you wear reflects your personality. For some, to feel normal in today's society, it's head-to-toe camo, for others, glitter and glam. Give me jeans and a t-shirt any day!

7. The food was rarely fast food, but even more rarely a five-star meal.

Some people survive on fast food, usually McDonalds, or in a pinch, Taco Bell. (Does a deer hit at 70 MPH qualify as "fast food"?) Others eat at five-star, six-course, cloth napkin, dimly-lit, over-priced restaurants. The average of the two would probably be Denny's, typically at midnight, to get strength to continue studying.

Just like Goldie Locks, you have to find what is right for you. For many, the "Too Hot", or "Too Cold" and the "Too Soft" or "Too Hard" extremes in life can be stressful and daunting. But for me...my life happens to be JUST RIGHT, and I couldn't be happier!