Memorable Passage

“Age is a terrible thief. Just when you're getting the hang of life, it knocks your legs out from under you and stoops your back. It makes you ache and muddies your head and silently spreads cancer throughout your spouse.” 
 -Sara Gruen: Water for Elephants


I have always remembered this quote because if I am being honest, really freaks me out. I am only 17, but getting older is a scary thing to think about. Getting older means growing up, and that is a hard thing to do. You take on so much responsibility, and goes from what you want to what is best. Right now I have barely any responsibility at all, other than go to school, which is really nice having nothing to worry about. When I get older I am going to have to worry about bills, taking care of other people, and having a job at the same time. Right now, I am in the best shape I will be through out my whole life, emotionally and physically, and that getting taken away just because I have to grow  up is scary.