When I transitioned into adulthood and then parenthood, I assumed my youthful antics would be a thing of the past. But as it turns out, some behaviors have a way of sticking around. Here’s a lighthearted look at the twelve things I’ve found myself doing again that I thought I had left behind in the ’90s.
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Shouting at Boys from Moving Cars
Long before smartphones became ubiquitous, my friends and I would yell at boys from car windows. Fast forward to today, and here I am, rolling down the windows and hollering at passing kids: “Is your mom home?” or “What’s the score?!” -
Sneaking Out at Night
Ah, the thrill of sneaking out! As a kid, I was a pro at tiptoeing past sleeping parents. Now, I find myself doing the same to slip out and catch a break from the chaos of parenting. -
Creeping Back In
Once you’ve made your escape, the next challenge is getting back inside without a hitch. Quietly padding down the hallway, shoes in hand, hoping to avoid any awkward conversations about where you’ve been or what you’ve been up to. -
Curling My Hair
Every time I pick up my curling iron, I can’t help but think, “Really? Again?” It brings back memories of questionable bangs, yet here I am, embracing the waves that are now back in style. -
Grabbing Fast Food
As an adult, the constant dinner dilemma is real! Sometimes, a run to the nearest fast food joint is just what’s needed after a long day of work and parenting. -
Fretting Over Split Ends
In high school, I spent hours inspecting my hair for split ends. Now, with longer locks, I’m back on the hunt for that one stubborn split end that dares to ruin my perfect mane. -
Sneaking in Alcohol
Whether it was high school dances or basketball games, I always found a way to smuggle in drinks. Now my targets have shifted to school movie nights and local festivals, still plotting the next covert operation. -
Counting Down to Spring Break
Back in the day, spring break was all about fun in the sun. Today, it’s a countdown to days off from packing lunches and remembering how long my swimwear will hold up. -
Crafting Cutoffs
I recently made a pair of cutoffs, convincing myself it was a crafty, money-saving project. Surprisingly, I ended up wearing them more than I expected—talk about a trip down memory lane! -
Using My Period as an Excuse
Some things never change. Faking cramps to avoid gym class is a classic move, and now I find myself using similar tactics to skip out on exercise in favor of lounging on the couch. -
Jamming to ’90s Rap
Thanks to a friend, I discovered a radio station that plays nothing but ’90s rap. The nostalgia hits hard, especially when I catch myself shouting over the music to my kids in the backseat: “What did you say?! I can’t hear you over Snoop Dogg!” -
Worrying About Age
I used to stress over looking old enough; now I’m preoccupied with whether I look too old. Questions like, “Am I too old for a Taylor Swift album?” swirl in my mind as I wonder if my cutoffs are still socially acceptable.
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In summary, some habits from our youth never quite fade away. Whether it’s sneaking out, jamming to throwback tunes, or worrying about age, these nostalgic behaviors continue to shape our adult lives in unexpected ways.