poets in a coffee house

my birthday passed a week ago, and now i’m twenty-one years old. growing up is bittersweet. i try not to think about the past or the future; instead i try to live in the moment. however, it’s times like this when i can’t help but wonder, “what does it mean to be alive?” i think the goal is to reach self-actualization. we should strive to make the most of our lives, as we are only given a limited amount of time to walk and to explore the wonders of the earth. it’s a blessing to be given this opportunity, and i will make the most of it.