What's the importance of turning 20? Technically speaking, here in America we're considered "adults" at the tender age of 18. But for some reason, this twentieth birthday seems somewhat more monumental and less trivial than the aforementioned eighteenth birthday. I can't quite put my finger on it. Maybe it's the sheer fact that I've been alive for two whole freaking decades. (Pardon my almost-french). Or maybe it's the fact that I won't ever end my age in "teen" again. (Say goodbye teenage years). Maybe it's the fact that I just feel older. (Even though I was 19 just yesterday). Whatever the reason, turning 20 seems significant in it's own way. It marks the beginning of a new decade of life, a new decade of breathing and existing. Next time I say that, I'll be 30. Let's not go there.
Turning twenty has me feeling a bit reminiscent about the past, celebratory of the present, and hopeful of the future. It's the feeling I feel each new year when the ball in Times Square slowly lowers itself toward the ground. It's seeing every day of our lives is a journey. A journey towards something far better. And a journey meant to be lived to fullest potential. Thinking about the past 20 years of my journey also has me feeling thankful for all my family and friends who have helped shape the past and the man I've started to become. It also has me thankful for all the incredible memories we've shared and for all the laughter, tears, and smiles.
So what's the importance of turning 20? I've concluded that it's all about welcoming the next 20 years with a clear mind, renewed faith, and an open heart.
Paz y Amor,
JMF
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