Things You Ask For During The Holidays That Says You're Old | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

When You Start Asking For These 7 Gifts, You Have Officially Become 'Old'

Hint: they're the things you dreaded as a kid.

214
When You Start Asking For These 7 Gifts, You Have Officially Become 'Old'

In This Article:

My childhood self would be so disappointed in my present taste these days. The past few years I've started realizing that I ask for some of the same things as my mom and aunts, and that my childhood years are dwindling behind me.

1. Socks

What else did you think would be the #1 item on this list? This is the first warning you are quickly aging.

2. Stuff for your pets

Okay we obviously all love our pets more than anything, but recently I've become way more excited when I get stuff for my dog than for myself. I mean she deserves it.

3. Kitchen appliances

The moment you ask your mom for a Brita or some new pans, you know it's real.

4. Cleaning supplies

It's a beautiful thing when you don't have to buy your own swiffer pads or toiletries for a while, cause they do add up.

5. Fuzzy things

Socks, blankets, hoodies. Fuzzy things are all I need.

6. Alcohol 

Again, a big chunk of change saved. And it's fun to see what the fam picks out for you.

7. Food

Not the past candy galore (although that's always appreciated, too). I'm talking a grocery trip, and bundles of caffeinated drinks to hold you post holiday season.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

101517
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

18081
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

10 Hygiene Tips For All College Athletes

College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

16990
Woman doing pull-ups on bars with sun shining behind her.

I got a request to talk about college athletes hygiene so here it is.

College athletes, I get it, you are busy! From class, to morning workouts, to study table, to practice, and more. But that does not excuse the fact that your hygiene comes first! Here are some tips when it comes to taking care of your self.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments