Twenty Two!

So it's official - I'm 22! That's right..twenty two. I was talking to my oh so sweet boyfriend on my birthday (8/26) about turning 22, and for the first time in many years, I felt a little weird after this one. Ever since I can remember, there have been birthdays to look forward to! Let's recount these special days and memories, just for fun :)
-When I was 5, I wanted to be 6 so I could go to kindergarten.
-When I was 9, I wanted to be 10 so I could be in the "double digits"
-When I was 12, I wanted to be 13 so that I was officially a "teenager"
-When I was 14, I wanted to be 15 so that I could start drivers ed, and get my learners permit
-When I was 15, I wanted to be 16 so I could get my license
-When I was 17, I couldn't wait to turn 18 because that meant that I was officially an adult
-When I was 18, I couldn't wait to turn 19 because growing up close to the border meant that I could venture to Canada and have a drink or two legally
-When I was 20, I wanted to be 21 because...well you know why ;)

And now I am 22. I spent some time feeling a little sad because what other birthdays do I have to look forward to? Are there any more birthday milestones ahead of me? My dad reminded me in his own, special way that I in fact am 22, meaning I still have the majority of my short-lived life ahead of me! Next year, I'll be 23, and then I'll be 24, and before you know it, 30! :)

So, twenty two, here's to you!

Oh, and I couldn't forget a few pictures to share about my special day and how I spent it! Enjoy :)