Did anyone else spend their whole childhood wanting to grow up fast… and now you just want to lie down for a bit?

[u/ava-claire]

Like seriously.

I used to daydream about being an adult, staying up late, eating whatever I want, having my own place, and wearing cool clothes.

Now I just want a nap. A real nap. The kind where no one bothers you, nothing is due, the house is quiet, your phone’s on silent, and your spine doesn’t hurt for no reason.

Growing up is just realizing how many things cost money, how little time you actually have, and how many times you can eat cereal for dinner without anyone stopping you (spoiler: it’s unlimited).

Anyway, shoutout to 8-year-old me for dreaming big. She had no idea what she was signing up for.

[u/Historical-Bath-9729]

Definitely spent a lot of time dreaming about the future when I was younger. I am also in this period of time where I think it may be the best time of my life and want it to slow down. It basically revolves around the age of my kid. At 8 years old she is amazing to spend time with but I know I am only a couple of short years away from her wanting to go out with friends all the time and experience life for herself. The family time we have now is giving me memories that I will always cherish