repeating dinner from the night before.
As adults, leftovers save not only money but also time when we’re too busy or tired to cook (and God forbid someone eats the last bit of leftovers you’ve been craving all day). Whew!
5. The News
As kids, news broadcasts seemed dull and uninteresting. We could care less about what was going on in the world as long as it didn’t interfere with our favorite TV show or video game.
But as adults, we know how crucial it can be to stay up on current news and events to gain knowledge of the complex world around us. In the words of Marvin Gaye, “What’s going on?”
6. Taste of Coffee
The bitter taste of coffee is an acquired one; most of us cringed and wanted nothing to do with it as kids (and had no business trying it anyway). However, for some adults, that morning cup of Joe becomes a lifeline, fueling us with the caffeine kick we need to face the day ahead (or at least help us wake up and halfway function).
7. Canceled Plans
To a kid, canceled plans mean disappointment and boredom, because what do you mean you’re “on punishment now and can’t go”?
As an adult, there’s a silver lining to this cloud, and being flaky never felt so good. Canceled plans give us the gift of unscheduled free time to relax, recharge, or do absolutely nothing at all.
Sweet right?
8. Trying New Food
Keep your sushi. Most kids like to play it safe with pizza, chicken nuggets, etc., and back in the day was no exception.
But as adults, our palates evolve, and we look forward to exploring new cuisines, flavors, and textures. These days, trying new foods is a surprising delight rather than an inconvenience.
9. Naps/Early Bedtime
Kids wore fighting sleep as a badge of honor because it always felt like we were missing out on something. As adults, naps and early bedtimes are cherished luxuries. Whether a quick cat nap or a full night’s sleep, the older we get, the more we look forward to catching Zs.
10. Alone Time
Most kids craved constant human interaction and dreaded being alone. Time alone meant being bored out of our minds, and the silence was unbearable.
As adults, solitude becomes a sanctuary, and the peace and quiet is music to our ears.
11. Looking Younger
Being mistaken as younger was a frustration in our youth. We wanted to look older and more mature. But as the years pass, looking and feeling younger than our actual age is viewed as a blessing, and we learn to embrace the fountain of youth in our own way; especially the “black don’t crack” gang.
The things we rejected as children have now become a vital part of our lives. This reminds us that embracing new interests and experiences is one of the most rewarding parts of adulthood and makes us who we are today.