The Truth About Being A Kid

After being a kid for 12 years, I've learned a lot. So, here's the truth about being a kid from my experiences.

Some people get very excited before they become teens. They say that they'll get to stay up later, and do things that they never could before. The way I see it, being a kid, you get to do things that you will never do AGAIN. Again, and before. Two very small differences but they mean a lot.

Sure, you might be excited when your parents finally allow you to stay up late finally watching a PG-13 movie. But, inside, you are still used to being a kid. The next day at school, after lunch, you run to the playground where you love to play on the swings. Surprised, you see none of your friends are here. Later, you go up to them and ask them why they didn't come. Coolly, they reply, that the playground is for KIDS. Reality check, you aren't a kid anymore. You might say who cares, and go back to what you like to do. But soon, you'll realize that it is time to be grown up. Your days of childhood are officially OVER.

Another example : It's snack time and you line up to get some nice hot cocoa, the one that you love. Unfortunately when you get there, your lunch lady tells you, that the cocoa is only for the KIDS! You get TEA. Another big rip-off you think. And you thought being a teenager had advantages.

I think you have the best time of your life when you are a kid. People have much lower expectations from you, you are always treated special, and you can have as much fun as you want. Parents, don't you think back at the days when you were kids, and wish you had them back? You get to play so much, barely any pressure of studies, afternoon naps, and everyone loves to be with you. You don't have muh to worry about and you don't get shouted at that often.

I'm speaking from a kid's point of view. I don't know how it is to be a teen yet, but I'll say one thing. To those of you who are still kids, enjoy your childhood WHILE IT LASTS! You are never going to get this time again. You can do teen stuff later in life, but you can't relive the joy in being a kid. SO GO OUT THERE AND LIVE YOUR CHILDHOOD!!!

-Rooport