"Don't grow up too fast." 10 reasons I should have listened to my mother.
My mom used to tell me not to be in such a hurry to grow up. She never told me why... Here it is! 1. Work is just that: work. Not everyone can get their dream job and every job requires work of some sort. I love computers and math, those things still put strain on my eyes and my hands. The kids are wonderful (mostly) but carrying a 30 pound toddler on my hip hurts my back like crazy. Then there is stress. Don't get me started. 2. Paying bills sucks. No question about it. Sometimes there isn't any extra for the things you want. Sometimes there isn't enough money to pay the necessary bills and you have to figure it out. 3. Boys never grow up. Sorry boys. This goes for the little girls too. If someone acts like a child, they may never stop. Boys always want their toys and girls always want attention. Know the kid games so you can stay out of them. 4. If you can't sleep you still have to get up in the morning. Neighbors too loud? Too bad. You are a grown up now and