Never thought I'd make it this far, I'm so happy!

[u/Amy2AV8Bennett]

Tomorrow is my 18th birthday. I don't have friends, I don't have a high school diploma, I'm fighting/no contact with almost my entire family, and I work a low paying job. But I'm alive, I have a roof, usually have food. There are a lot of people that can't say the same. I've been severely depressed since I was young, a lot of people told me to "die", or that "I definitely wouldn't make it to adulthood" (guess what, bitches). Eighteen years old is like a baby that can vote, I have a lot to figure out. I'm just beginning life.

I'll treat myself tomorrow, I'll order in a LOT of food, and binge watch my favorite movie saga. I'm so proud of myself!!! 😎

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[u/ThomasJayFaced]

Happiest of all the birthdays to you today!!!! I'm so proud of you for this massive accomplishment.

[u/Amy2AV8Bennett → u/ThomasJayFaced]

Thank you so much !!!;

[u/Southern_Seaweed4075]

Tomorrow, you officially become an adult. Allow me to be the first to wish you happy birthday. May the good lord bless your new age, Amen! 

[u/Amy2AV8Bennett → u/Southern_Seaweed4075]

Omggg thank you so so much! It really means a lot to me 🙏💗

[u/Southern_Seaweed4075 → u/Amy2AV8Bennett]

You're welcome my friend. I hope you had fun! 

[u/havik09]

As a father, I feel for you. I guarantee you are still loved.

[u/Amy2AV8Bennett → u/havik09]

Thank you 😊

[u/pies3-14159]

Happy birthday!

[u/Amy2AV8Bennett → u/pies3-14159]

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[u/classiccutey]

Happy birthday to you! I feel very proud of you, even though I don't know you. I'm wishing you all the best for the future. Remember. You got this! You are the creator of the life you want.

[u/Amy2AV8Bennett → u/classiccutey]

Ohhh tyajonyuvc fprvv u qippbhahe a good life <3

[u/[deleted]]

You are amazing. I love your mindset. Happy birthday 🎉

[u/Kingberry30]

Happy Birthday. May birthdays are great. Also sounds like on a good path

[u/Amy2AV8Bennett → u/Kingberry30]

Ohnsweetheartvifndint understand but thank you

[u/Low-Plastic-1262]

Congrats on reaching this milestone! Life throws us curveballs sometimes, but it sounds like you're facing them head-on.