Be Careful What You Wish For

There are so many things that I wished for as a kid that I now ardently oppose as an adult. 

For instance:

I couldn't wait to grow up... but now I wish I could be a kid again.  

Wanted to stay up as late as possible... now I just want to be able to get more sleep.

Wanted to wear glasses... now I would be ecstatic to  have perfect vision.

Used every known medication to combat acne so I could have less oily skin...now slather on moisturizer religiously for fear of wrinkles.

Couldn't wait to be done with school forever... now I miss those carefree days of being a student.

Thought it would be cool to have highlights .... now I bemoan having to cover up my gray hairs.

Wanted time to speed up because a week felt like an eternity... now I desperately wish time could slow down so I can enjoy as much time as possible.