Growing up

Now that I'm in my mid-thirties, I'm starting to realize how much I've changed from my mid-twenties. I'm still the same Jennie, still loud and impulsive with the heart of a child. But I'm finally learning to stand up for myself and to ask for what I need or want. Before, I would keep quiet, because I have always been the type of person who never wants to get in anyone else's way or bother anyone. I have always been WAY too concerned with what other people think. Recently, a guy that is interested in me started coming on way too strong, calling me "dear" and telling me how much he likes me, when he's never even met me! I do not appreciate neediness in men. I finally had to tell him back off, you're coming on way too strong. It felt great to be able to communicate my opinion and not feel guilty or ashamed of it. I would rather be alone than deal with some guy who does not pay attention to my feelings. I'm not quite a grownup yet, but I'm getting there! Stay tuned.