Today is a very special day for me. I turn the magical age of 20 years old on this very day. Now for many that seems like the biggest milestone so far, and they are correct, but I cannot help but feel like my life is almost a quarter over. I know that sounds pessimistic and such, but it’s how I feel going from the awkward teenage years to basically adulthood.

So here are three things about turning twenty that are pretty noteworthy.

1. New Era

Turning twenty is the start of a new era in someone’s life. You’re no longer an awkward teenager; instead you are on the threshold of adulthood and starting a new chapter of your life.

It seems scary to think about but many more great things lie ahead.

2. Turning 21

Everyone always looks forward to turning twenty-one because it means that they can finally have a drink, go off to Las Vegas and gamble or any other ways that suit you best, but that’s what it entails for me. Twenty-one is also the age when you are a full-fledged adult.

But turning twenty-one pales in comparison to this next thing.

3. Graduating from college

Most of us will graduate from college when we are in our twenties, making it another important part of turning twenty. We’ll officially be weeded out of school and go out into the world to pursue our passions without anyone telling us what to do or think. We are the masters of our own destiny once we have that degree in our hands.

So turning twenty still has many great things about it, though I feel old already. I know that’s a crazy thing to say but it’s just how I feel. Thankfully I’ve got many great things to look forward to during my second (or third) decade on Earth.