It's Just A Birthday.

"OMG Ponnu (girl) ! You're 21, you're legal now!" Actually, no, I'm not. I'm not legal until my parents say so. I'm 21 yes, but if I don't ask my parents before leaving the house, I doubt I'll have a place to stay that night. I'm 21 and still lost. 21 and still trying to figure what am I going to do after this. 21 and single. 21 and know that people walk away just like that or sometimes you have to walk away from them. When I turned 18, I told myself that I would accomplished a few things by the time I turn 21. A few days ago I turned 21 and the only thing I did was finishing my diploma. The rest just seem impossible to do. But I know it will take time and I just have to wait. Which leads to...

Patience. As for me, it is a meaningful word. If you're impatient, you'll just settle mediocre, but being patient leads you to learn more in life through many different ways. Patience means waiting. Waiting makes you lose hope but just hold on to the little hope you have. The little hope is what keeps me going. One thing I know is that you don't grow up based on your age and birthday but you actually 'grow up' by your life experience. You can be 30 and still act like you're 20 you know. Some people freak out when it's their birthday but hey, relax, it's just a birthday. You can choose not to grow up also. It's up to you but it's better to be responsible.

To me, this is the time where you make mistakes and learn from them by having someone beside you. By someone, I mean your parents. Tell them whatever you want, what you feel, tell them you want to look for someone, you want to go on dates, you want to go on that trip you've always wanted, tell them that you want to have a night out with your friends.They are not gonna hurt you, you know. They have been through your age. Of course you are at the age where you can make decisions but you will always need wise advice from someone. Even if they didn't let you, hey look, at least you tried. That's something. It's easy for me to say it but I myself am afraid to tell my parents the things I want sometimes. It's normal but always give it a shot. Like having a shot of tequila even though you know the aftertaste of it but sooner or later you get use to it.

I hope along my journey of growing to be an adult, I can figure out what I want and how can I achieve it. So Shar, cheers to fulfilling your dreams sooner or later even though it will take some time. All the very best to you and you go girl ! Also shout out to my two close friends that share the same birthday with me. One taught me to always think before speaking and another taught me that being crazy is never the issue! Thank you and I love you both!

This is Nesh, the wise one 💙

Meet Joanna, the crazy one.

I don't remember the last time I celebrated my birthday cause I was always away from home. This year, I celebrated with my family after years and it was definitely a memorable one. Thank you for those of you who came and celebrated my 21st with me. Much Love!

P/s: Didn't get pics with everyone but thank you all for coming! 💙