1. Socks
Then: Socks? Are you kidding me?
Now: Yes! You can never have too many socks!
2. Cash
Then: Yes! I'm rich! I'm gonna buy new silly bands!
Now: Extra cash is always nice, but now I feel obligated to put it in savings or at least spend it on gas or bills.
Then: What even is this?
Now: I'm so pumped, now I don't have to buy one.
Then: Great. So exciting. Thanks.
Now: Yes! It's the whitening kind too!
Then: Yay! Can't wait to use this EVERY DAY and tear up the backyard!
Now: Wish I had time to be frolicking in the snow. Also, snow is cold and wet. is it really worth it?
6. Pajamas
Then: Okay, nice I guess. Now on to the real presents!
Now: Wow. I'm honestly so blessed. Can't wait to go to bed and live in these the rest of winter.
7. Shoes and clothes
Then: This is cool! But wait, I already have 2 pairs of shoes and 5 shirts! What more do I need?
Now: Yes! In my closet full of clothes I really had nothing to wear!
8. Candy/sweets
Then: This is the best day ever!
Now: This will undo all the work I did at the gym this week. But, it's not gonna eat itself so..
9. Handmade gifts
Then: How can I pretend to like this?
Now: Aw! So cute and personal! Thank you!