All Grown Up

Growing up creates multiple conflicts that teenagers must face everyday. Here are some that really get to me....
1) When you're young, parents are seen as perfect, without flaws. Unfortunately, as you get older, you more easily recognize everything they do wrong and often search for their faults. This causes unnecessary arguments and hatred.
2) Every child starts out loving school. By the time they hit middle school, the passion for learning is lost. You go to school out of habit. It's what you know, so it's what you do. Instead of loving school for you favorite subject and teachers, teens often go for the socializing, being away from family, and 30 minutes of lunch. While we go to school and somewhat enjoy our classes and discussion on the First Derivative Test, we still can't wait to get out.
3) Growing up usually means trying to convince parents that you're responsible enough to do things without them. But, at the same time, you don't wont too much responsibility (especially the financial kind.)
4) The most difficult lesson we must learn is how to balance school, homework, family, friends, work, and fun time all at the same time. We're expected to participate in every form of activity almost everyday. The stress is immense, but the life is incredible.

Despite all the struggles and lessons to be learned, I wouldn't change one thing.