Observations Of Semi-Adulthood

Just like probably every other person in the world I sat and listened to the brain numbing lectures the family gave me about life in "the real world". I heard the "life isn't fair and that the real adult world was full of responsibilities and sacrifices. So enjoy it while you can...because this time wont last forever".

Yeah.... Yeah..... Yeah....I think I actually have that whole speech stitched on a pillow somewhere.

But now that I'm sort of here......standing in what could be considered semi adult hood....I admit it.....You were right Mom. The real world sucks sometimes. Being an adult is not all its cracked up to be. So I have to wonder is this really all there is? And if it is and this is what it means to be an adult......why does anyone want this job? It reeks!

Here are some of the changes Ive noticed...

You have to work ALL the time. Now I'm not opposed to work. But you have to do it ALL THE TIME!!

I miss beach days.

When you finally become legal drinking age.....the thrill of being able to do it is pretty much gone. Although by then you sometimes need the buzz. (that doesn't sound like a potential problem does it?)

No matter how much money you save......Bills will come to take it all. Its never enough. No matter how much you plan there is always going to be that unexpected fuel pump that goes out in your car...or the pot hole that takes out your tires.

It doesn't seem to matter what your work schedule says...Because inevitably you will still be called each and every time you have a day off. So don't make plans.

The less money you make at a job, the harder you will have to work and the nastier the jobs will be that you are asked to do.

You don't have to be an ASS to be in a position of power or authority. But if you have any of that in you, it will most definitely rise to the surface.

The social drama you thought you would leave behind when you left high school, continues to exist in the work place. Because age rarely changes those types of individuals.

Being forgiving or easy going is seen as a weakness. And its better not to let others know of it.

Don't get me wrong....I don't want to go back. Its not all bad. I do like some of the freedoms, even if they do come with more than their share of responsibilities. And I honestly am looking forward to finishing school and finding a good job. I suppose I want the same things everyone else seems to want.... to travel, a decent car, a house of my own, maybe a little financial Independence, someone special to share all the good things with. (but considering the dating options Ive observed....I maybe taking applications for a qualified gold digger) *smile*

But I admit I'm a little bit apprehensive about what comes next. Because I'm told this will only get worse. There are other things that come alone as time and adulthood progress.....Such as Kids....Morgages....Summer camp....PTA meetings.....Braces....Mowing the lawn.....Life Insurance...Retirement plans....Bran cereal.

I REALLY MISS BEACH DAYS