"When I was yer age...."

I was talking to Vivian about school; the funny and happy times, and the scary and miserable times, that encompass that which we call "growing up." I realized (after I opened the conversation with, "When I was yer age...") that I had a wonderful time growing up. I had a coupla of the best, most loyal, and most wonderful friends. I was smart and thank god I was allowed the space to grow - and make mistakes, or fuck ups, along the way. I played a very important role in the upbringing of my brother and sister, practically leading double lives that many teens keep secret, and eventually I became a strange adult.....and it all started because I had a great time growing up. I had (have) some awesome friends, and I've know some great (strange) people.