Cells replace themselves every seven years. Every seven years, I become a new person. Well, same heart, same brain, same Rachel, just a new chapter of life.
Birth to age 7: I moved to the family farm. I watched very little television because I was always outside, imagining and creating new worlds. Days were filled with my small elementary school down the road, playing Risk with my brothers, going on hikes, picnics, fishing, and catching fireflies.
Age 7 to 14: I lived in Waxahachie, Texas for 11 months. I attended middle school. Well, actually I attended four different schools in this time. I grew up, and thought I had matured. I found a love for books, performance arts, and school. I made and lost friends, and began to experience the world of boy crushes and girl drama.
Age 14 to 21: I’m still in this stage, realizing I’m not as mature as I once thought I was. It’s been a period of firsts. First real party, first friend fight, first job, first kiss, first car, first genuine “thank you” to my parents. Hello high school, I can’t wait to meet you. Goodbye high school, I can’t wait to leave you. It’s time for college, and time to grow up. Time to realize who I am. Is it the future already?
Age 21 to 28: Bring it on.
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