This took some thought (Lulu)

Wow there were so many things I could think of for both questions....but if I gotta choose one for each....

What I miss the most about being a kid is the freedom from all of lifes worries. All I had to concentrate on was school work and not getting in trouble (notice I didn't say not doing anything wrong...just not getting caught and getting in trouble!). I didn't have to worry about lives other than my own. I feel like I spend so much of my time worrying about my kids and how my choices will affect them. I worry about their futures and what life is going to be like for them.

My favorite part about being an adult is being able to watch my kids grow and have fun with them. I enjoy sharing my favorite childhood rituals with them. Being able to carry on some of the family traditions that were always very special to me growing up. Seeing them smile and laugh makes all of life's trials and tribulations worth it. I can get lost in their laughter sometimes and I forget about any worries for a little while.