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Location: Denver, Co. U.S.A.
1,100 posts
Location: Denver, Co. U.S.A.
Posted:
Today is my birthday.
Something of which I am feeling rather torn about. Today I am 22, and officially no longer a kid anymore So I suppose I shall have to go to the bar tonight and look at the situation through the bottom of a pint glass, perhaps it will look better in that light.
At the moment I am feeling really old, which I'm sure most of you will laugh at "Oh poor guy, turning 22, how horrid", but I still feel old..... and isn't birthday depression a GOd given right? anyway, I could use a few hugs, and possibly a bottle of Lilt and a cornish pasty.
Today is my birthday.
Something of which I am feeling rather torn about. Today I am 22, and officially no longer a kid anymore So I suppose I shall have to go to the bar tonight and look at the situation through the bottom of a pint glass, perhaps it will look better in that light.
At the moment I am feeling really old, which I'm sure most of you will laugh at "Oh poor guy, turning 22, how horrid", but I still feel old..... and isn't birthday depression a GOd given right? anyway, I could use a few hugs, and possibly a bottle of Lilt and a cornish pasty.
Jesus helps me trick people.
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Location: Laguna Beach, but i live in Denver, Colo, USA
239 posts
Location: Laguna Beach, but i live in Denver, Colo, USA
Posted:
Well, Happy Birthday, sweetheart!
Actually, 19 affected me far more than 18, and 22 affected me far more than 21 did. I went and got my first tattoo on my 22nd birthday... And, yeah, something about 22. You can't really say "well, i'm a kid" anymore. Feeling so damn grown-up. It's kind of hideous. If it's any comfort, i'm turning 37 next month and in many ways, the older i get the younger i feel. It seems to be related to "the more you know, the more you know how much there is yet to learn". I promise you will not run out of new experiences anytime soon. And hell, if you do, let me know and i'll give you some new ones...
Well, Happy Birthday, sweetheart!
Actually, 19 affected me far more than 18, and 22 affected me far more than 21 did. I went and got my first tattoo on my 22nd birthday... And, yeah, something about 22. You can't really say "well, i'm a kid" anymore. Feeling so damn grown-up. It's kind of hideous. If it's any comfort, i'm turning 37 next month and in many ways, the older i get the younger i feel. It seems to be related to "the more you know, the more you know how much there is yet to learn". I promise you will not run out of new experiences anytime soon. And hell, if you do, let me know and i'll give you some new ones...
We got the MikeZ in the house, woot!Glue the ham, hat baby!
Ninja Rockstar!
1,100 posts
Location: Denver, Co. U.S.A.
1,100 posts
Location: Denver, Co. U.S.A.
Posted:
That's funny, my g/f is buying me my first tatoo for my birthday this year.
Thanks for the kind words.
[ 13 October 2002, 11:15: Message edited by: SickpuPpy ]
That's funny, my g/f is buying me my first tatoo for my birthday this year.
Thanks for the kind words.
[ 13 October 2002, 11:15: Message edited by: SickpuPpy ]
Jesus helps me trick people.
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Liquid Cow
2,629 posts
Location: High Wycombe, England
Liquid Cow
2,629 posts
Location: High Wycombe, England
Posted:
I know what you mean - I turned 23 in July and suddenly felt really old, it also didn't help that about the same time, my company pension hit the year mark, so I can't trade it in for the cash anymore, meaning I have a pension for pretty much the rest of my life now - which really scares me.
Another problem is that since most of my friends my age are still at Uni, or moved away, I go out with people who are a fair bit younger than I am - one of my friends passed his driving test recently, whereas I've been driving for five and a half years. Others can only go to certain pubs because they know they can get in without Id, which they're about a year off getting. Stuff like this reminds me of how much older than them I am.
I suppose though, that you're only as old as you want to be - I'm constantly being told that I'm a very odd person to know, because in some respects I can be very sensible and adult about some things, while still being very immature and easily amused by others, finding the balance is the trick
I know what you mean - I turned 23 in July and suddenly felt really old, it also didn't help that about the same time, my company pension hit the year mark, so I can't trade it in for the cash anymore, meaning I have a pension for pretty much the rest of my life now - which really scares me.
Another problem is that since most of my friends my age are still at Uni, or moved away, I go out with people who are a fair bit younger than I am - one of my friends passed his driving test recently, whereas I've been driving for five and a half years. Others can only go to certain pubs because they know they can get in without Id, which they're about a year off getting. Stuff like this reminds me of how much older than them I am.
I suppose though, that you're only as old as you want to be - I'm constantly being told that I'm a very odd person to know, because in some respects I can be very sensible and adult about some things, while still being very immature and easily amused by others, finding the balance is the trick
But there's no sense crying over every mistake. You just keep on trying till you run out of cake.
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Carpal \'Tunnel
3,009 posts
Location: Bristol, UK
Carpal \'Tunnel
3,009 posts
Location: Bristol, UK
Posted:
Balance. I don't 'feel' any age. Years ago I used to have the usual age crisis. However I've sinced realised age means more days have passed, and more days means more time with friends, more experiences, more meaning and realisation about myself and our world.
Balance. I don't 'feel' any age. Years ago I used to have the usual age crisis. However I've sinced realised age means more days have passed, and more days means more time with friends, more experiences, more meaning and realisation about myself and our world.
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Tantamount to fatuity
15,967 posts
Location: Down the road, United Kingdom
Tantamount to fatuity
15,967 posts
Location: Down the road, United Kingdom
Posted:
I'm with Dom on this one. He said it very well so I wont wimble on and ruin the sentiment.
I'm with Dom on this one. He said it very well so I wont wimble on and ruin the sentiment.
Meh
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Tantamount to fatuity
15,967 posts
Location: Down the road, United Kingdom
Tantamount to fatuity
15,967 posts
Location: Down the road, United Kingdom
Posted:
Oh and when that handsome English fraggle that everyone outside of New York City (and possibly Paris) loves stops being lazy you'll get one of your wishes.
Still not sure about sending plastic bottles in the mail though .. . .
Oh and when that handsome English fraggle that everyone outside of New York City (and possibly Paris) loves stops being lazy you'll get one of your wishes.
Still not sure about sending plastic bottles in the mail though .. . .
Meh
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2,905 posts
Location: San Diego California
2,905 posts
Location: San Diego California
Posted:
Bah, I'll be a kid till I die!!
Bah, I'll be a kid till I die!!
Some Jarhead last night: "this dumb a$$ thinks hes fireproof"
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1,463 posts
Location: Florida
1,463 posts
Location: Florida
Posted:
Well said...
Funny this thread came up because in about six months (June) I will be 20 and that freaks me out so much officially not a teen anymore... I wish I could be 19 for the rest of my life sometimes but then realise what Dom has mentioned oh so well.
Much love and big hugs SickpuPpy
Ya aint getting old ya just getting smarter.
Much love, Drome
quote:Dom you star and angel!
Originally posted by Dom:
Balance. I don't 'feel' any age. Years ago I used to have the usual age crisis. However I've sinced realised age means more days have passed, and more days means more time with friends, more experiences, more meaning and realisation about myself and our world.
Well said...
Funny this thread came up because in about six months (June) I will be 20 and that freaks me out so much officially not a teen anymore... I wish I could be 19 for the rest of my life sometimes but then realise what Dom has mentioned oh so well.
Much love and big hugs SickpuPpy
Ya aint getting old ya just getting smarter.
Much love, Drome
JUGGLEwithyourmind!
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1,463 posts
Location: Florida
1,463 posts
Location: Florida
Posted:
'the older ya get and the more you learn the more you realise that you dont know shit'
Much love, Drome
quote:My dad drummed that into my head ever since I was a kid but it was slightly more rough...
Originally posted by Jade Lynx:
"the more you know, the more you know how much there is yet to learn". ...
'the older ya get and the more you learn the more you realise that you dont know shit'
Much love, Drome
JUGGLEwithyourmind!
NYC
9,232 posts
Location: NYC, NY, USA
9,232 posts
Location: NYC, NY, USA
Posted:
Happy Birthday dude! Don't be depressed, there are far too many people older than even ME (29!) who are still doing cool stuff... There are many perks to age. You don't do the stupid crap you used to do as a kid. You understand a whole lot more about the world. People don't bug/harass you as much and for some reason, treat you with more respect than they would a "kid". More job Experience/Stability = more time for play, and less to worry about (and sometimes more $). Your friends have cooler houses, more rooms, less depressing issues, play less stupid/childish mind games, etc...
Enjoy it!
[Not sure why the dig on NYC/Paris was necessary here so I won't touch it...]
Happy Birthday dude! Don't be depressed, there are far too many people older than even ME (29!) who are still doing cool stuff... There are many perks to age. You don't do the stupid crap you used to do as a kid. You understand a whole lot more about the world. People don't bug/harass you as much and for some reason, treat you with more respect than they would a "kid". More job Experience/Stability = more time for play, and less to worry about (and sometimes more $). Your friends have cooler houses, more rooms, less depressing issues, play less stupid/childish mind games, etc...
Enjoy it!
[Not sure why the dig on NYC/Paris was necessary here so I won't touch it...]
Well, shall we go?
Yes, let's go.
[They do not move.]
Froggie ... Ribbit !!!
4,224 posts
Location: Back in Paris... for now !
4,224 posts
Location: Back in Paris... for now !
Posted:
Hi sweetie
Check your email, just sent you a looong smiling hug
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEAUTIFUL SOUL
Hugs and smiles
Shine on
cassandra
[ 17 October 2002, 06:17: Message edited by: Cassandra ]
Hi sweetie
Check your email, just sent you a looong smiling hug
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEAUTIFUL SOUL
Hugs and smiles
Shine on
cassandra
[ 17 October 2002, 06:17: Message edited by: Cassandra ]
"I want brown bread... no, that is diesel oil..."
"So I was raised in Europe, where History comes from ..."
"NON !!! La Plume de mon oncle n est pas Bingibangibungi !!!"
Pooh-Bah
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Location: la-la land
2,419 posts
Location: la-la land
Posted:
I am going thru an 'age thing' I'm 26 and single.. happy that way don't get me wrong.. but everyone I meet these days are about 5-8 years younger than me.. I have met someone really nice recently - but there is a 6 year age gap (junior to me- so he needs to live his life and grow for now..) So I'm starting to feel very old.. but must get over it - there is someone out there for me.. but anyway I digress..
But Dom is right - more days, more fun, more friends!
SOOO HAPPY BURPDAY! ENJOY IT - you only live this time once..
[ 17 October 2002, 04:12: Message edited by: Stix ]
I am going thru an 'age thing' I'm 26 and single.. happy that way don't get me wrong.. but everyone I meet these days are about 5-8 years younger than me.. I have met someone really nice recently - but there is a 6 year age gap (junior to me- so he needs to live his life and grow for now..) So I'm starting to feel very old.. but must get over it - there is someone out there for me.. but anyway I digress..
But Dom is right - more days, more fun, more friends!
SOOO HAPPY BURPDAY! ENJOY IT - you only live this time once..
[ 17 October 2002, 04:12: Message edited by: Stix ]
I honour you as an aspect of myself..
You are never to old to storm a bouncey castle..
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1,463 posts
Location: Florida
1,463 posts
Location: Florida
Posted:
Hey guys!
Two days ago my friend turned 20 and began his I feel old identity crisis...
I told him to read the thread and gave him the link...
You know what he said?!?!
Julio my friend for life:
"WOW! That made me feel so much better!"
Thanks people for helping one of my dear and special friends! Its much apprechiated! We are doing good things here...
I must copy Cassandra and repeat her long said saying:
"SHINE ON"
Love to all lovely and fluffy people, Drome
Hey guys!
Two days ago my friend turned 20 and began his I feel old identity crisis...
I told him to read the thread and gave him the link...
You know what he said?!?!
Julio my friend for life:
"WOW! That made me feel so much better!"
Thanks people for helping one of my dear and special friends! Its much apprechiated! We are doing good things here...
I must copy Cassandra and repeat her long said saying:
"SHINE ON"
Love to all lovely and fluffy people, Drome
JUGGLEwithyourmind!
Laguna dude
1,438 posts
Location: Laguna, California, US
1,438 posts
Location: Laguna, California, US
Posted:
and a few more
( * serves up steamy-hot cornish pasty * ) hey, i make good ones, mate, crumbly-crisp and just the right saucy-savory-mellow filling!
er, wot's a Lilt, tho?
someone else might bring you one for a lil giftie?
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, my favorite ill dogg!
with all my love,
~ Mikie
quote:
Originally posted by SickpuPpy:
Today is my birthday. [. . .]
I could use a few hugs, and possibly a bottle of Lilt and a cornish pasty.
and a few more
( * serves up steamy-hot cornish pasty * ) hey, i make good ones, mate, crumbly-crisp and just the right saucy-savory-mellow filling!
er, wot's a Lilt, tho?
someone else might bring you one for a lil giftie?
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, my favorite ill dogg!
with all my love,
~ Mikie
molten cheers,
~ FireMike
FireMikeZ@yahoo.com (personal messages welcome, no promo spam, please!)
Laguna, California, US
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HOP Mad Doctor
13,925 posts
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
HOP Mad Doctor
13,925 posts
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Posted:
So you are now a sick doggy, rather than a sick puppy?
Happy birthday (they start coming faster now).
Seriously, you'll learn that youth isn't about age, after all. I'm younger now at 25 than I was at 22. At 22, I was overweight, unhappy, and had no passions outside of academics.
At 25 I am fit and lean, happy, and I'm full of interests outside of my work, while still loving my work.
So you are now a sick doggy, rather than a sick puppy?
Happy birthday (they start coming faster now).
Seriously, you'll learn that youth isn't about age, after all. I'm younger now at 25 than I was at 22. At 22, I was overweight, unhappy, and had no passions outside of academics.
At 25 I am fit and lean, happy, and I'm full of interests outside of my work, while still loving my work.
-Mike
Certified Mad Doctor and HoP High Priest of Nutella
A buckuht n a hooze! -Valura
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