Every single person (just about) is so excited and impatiently waiting to turn 21. Why? Being able to drink alcohol legally. That's why.
I personally on the other hand, don't care so much for it. Sure, to think you're legally able to is nice, but let's be honest, it is not that big of a deal.
In my honest opinion, once you turn 21, time flies by. So here are a few things I learned throughout my whole life since I turned 21.
1. Always stay connected with your old friends from high school.
They have been through it all with you, drama, parties, prom, heart breaks. Good times and bad times. Those are the friendships that will last on forever. Trust me.
2. Don't stop thanking your parents for everything they've done for you.
They are the people who raised you to be the person who you are today and also, helped you get there. They are your biggest support system and will always love you unconditionally no matter what poor decisions you make or have made. So never stop thanking them for all the sacrifices they've made for you.
3. Never give up on yourself.
We are at the age when life likes to throw us curve balls. There will be days where you just want to curl up and cry because life isn't going your way. School, work, money... stress is what I call it. But we have to keep pushing ourselves to be the best we can be. So never stop giving up or losing faith.
4. Focus on the good in life.
Don't let yourself be down because God has something amazing planned for you. It is all in his timing and we have to trust him.
5. They cheated on you? Bye.
If someone cheated on you, do not, I repeat DO NOT give them the time of day ever, ever again.
6. Netflix is your best friend.
No work or school? Its time to lay in your bed for the day watching your favorite shows on Netflix. It is always good to have some 'me' time when you have a break from life.
7. Take spontaneous trips with friends often.
It is always good to let loose with your guys/gals. You need it!
8. Don't try to be someone else.
You are your own person. Don't try to be something that you're not because in God's you are perfect in every single way possible. Be the person that you are and never forget who made you, you.
9. If you fall in love, hold them tight.
We are at the age where most of us meets the love our of lives and when that time happens, don't let go. Hold them tighter and tighter everyday, don't let one little argument get in the way of the relationship. There is so much more to give and to appreciate instead of throwing it all away.
10. You will make poor decisions and that is okay.
Everyone will make mistakes but we always learn from them. Sometimes, mistakes are the biggest life lessons.
11. Talk to God more.
He loves to listen. He loves listening to you rant, he loves hearing your voice and he loves that you're taking your time out of your day to talk to him. God will always love you and God will always be by your side through your ride of life.
12. Don't be scared to let your dreams become your reality.
13. Never run away from your problems.
Because if you do, it'll make it worse. Face them and conquer them.
14. A night out with your friends is good for you.
Let loose and have fun. You deserve to have a break from life and to be stress free.
15. Study harder for the next test.
What we do now with school is what reflects on our future.
16. SAVE YOUR MONEY.
Don't spend your money all at once when you get your paycheck. Save it for emergencies, bills, heck, even a night out with your friends.
17. Hold everyone you love, closer.
Life is way too short to let one thing get in the way between you and your loved ones. Make every second count, you won't regret it.
18. Try new things.
19. Never go back to your ex.
They are ex's for a reason.
20. Enjoy your life.
Because you can only live it once. This amazing life was given to you so enjoy it when you have the chance.
21. Make memories because time flies.
Tomorrow, you'll wake up and you're 35. Married to the person you're spending the rest of your life with, you have two children with one on the way. You have the job you worked so hard to go to school for. Look around, remember the moments you have in life and don't forget them.
Because...well life is good.