I recently turned *gasp* a quarter century year old...The big 2-5. I know, I know, I am still very young and I have a lot of years left in me. But it just feels so weird that I am 25. I feel like I should still be 16, arguing with my mom about cleaning my room, not having a care in the world, and only making $5.25 an hour at McAlister's Deli. Oh the good ol' days. I wouldn't have changed a thing. But in my old age, I have become enlightened on so many levels (ha). So I present the top 25 things I have learned in my 25 years of life. Enjoy!
1. No matter how old I get, I am going to squeal when I see a spider, and I expect you to kill it. (I am looking at you Mr. Rateliff)
2. I went through puberty when my mom went through menopause. We survived (barely) a horrid, hormonal war, and now she is my best friend. No matter what, you have your mama. And for those moms out there, it will get better!
3. At the end of a bad day, a hug from my daddy makes me know everything is going to be okay.
4. Marriage is absolutely wonderful and I love every minute of it. It makes me feel important and selfless at the same time. Marry someone who loves you because of your quirks. God blessed me with my soulmate. (I love you Zach).
5. Mushrooms are and always will be disgusting.
6. Live it up before you have to enter the real world because paying bills sucks!
7. You never forget your first love, but there is a reason they are your first and not your only.
8. Never leave home without atleast some powder, mascara, and blush on. It is all you really need.
9. Ladies, have some dignity and cover your goodies.
10. Throughout the years, you're going to lose close friends due to petty arguements. Don't focus on who isn't there for you anymore, focus on who is comforting you through those times.
11. Want to make happy? Buy me shoes! No matter how skinny or big you are, a hot pair of shoes always fit.
12. Jesus was perfect, Christians are not. We know this. We have flaws and sin, but He is still there for us (and you) no matter what.
13. True feminism is respecting our bodies, standing up for those issues that matter, and working hard to get our goals in life accomplished. Feminism is not the right to be a whore.
14. Long distance relationships can work, you just have to be more stubborn than your significant other. And when problems occur, discuss it, forgive, and move on.
15. Your best friend is part of your family.
16. Learning to do things on your own is a good thing. Getting a pedicure, shopping, eating out alone are all enjoyable if you quit caring what people may thing if you're by yourself. 'Me' time is wonderful and necessary, and as you get older, you get less and less of it. So enjoy while you can!
17. When you are upset, all you need is your best friend, ice cream, and a good movie.
18. Calories do not count the week of your birthday.
19. Speaking of birthdays, it is perfectly acceptable to celebrate your half birthday! Mine is December 11th. Mark your calendars.
20. Zach and I got married in Vegas and we have yet to regret not having a big, fancy wedding. Save your money and have fun with it! It's about you two getting married! No one else!
21. If you go out in heels, always have backup flats! Otherwise you may be tempted to go barefoot. Trust me on this one....
22. I love my husband more and more everyday.
23. Don't mess with people who handle your food. If something is wrong with your order, 'please' and 'thank you' will get the issue resolved just as easy as getting an attitude will..and without the spit!
24. Take a compliment when you are given one.
25. God is always listening and ready to help. You just have to talk to Him. He listens to your prayers and while he may not answer them right away, He always does when the time is right.
Love always,
Annie
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