I don't really know where I fit in all this. As I approach 30, I am more confident now and taking more risks than I ever have before, and I was always a risk-taker. I think, though, that taking risks must be done responsibly. I don't jump into much with my eyes closed. Some decisions are made quickly, but given some reflection, I can always see the trail and realize it had been a long time coming.
For myself, I want a tattoo. I know which one I'm going to get. I've wanted it for years. The only reason I didn't get it sooner was because I wanted to know it was something I would want to keep, and 8 years down the line, I still want it. Now it's just a financial question. I don't like to overspend my bank account.
Which reminds me of what I'm more cogniscent of, than when I was younger. Money. If I had a money tree, I'd do anything. Financial concerns tie me down. Given limitless funds, what would I do? I would travel the world, and soak it all in. I'd be a different person to suit each culture. I'd enrich myself in literature and music. I'd go skydiving, I'd go bungee jumping. I'd tattoo myself wholly up and down. OK, maybe not that - but - the idea crossed my mind.
No it didn't.
I'm mostly the same as I ever was - just maybe a little bit more sure of who I am.