Stages of Life

Emily Schauer

Stages of Life

Child.

No, don’t touch that.

You’re too young. Stay by mommy.

Eat your vegetables.

Growing child.

Be careful. Stand where I can see you.

Would you like to have a playdate?

She called me names. Mommy, I have no friends. He said I have cooties.

No more sugar. Time for bed.

Pre-Teen.

No, I need to call their parents first.

Mom, it wasn’t fun. Everyone was on their phones and I don’t even have one.

Cell phone? I don’t think so. Wait a few more years.

You’re not old enough. Ugh, I can’t wait to be a teenager.

Dad! I’m almost 13 I can do it.

Growing up.

Early Teens.

I’m finally a teenager.

I am immortal. Nothing can stop me.

No, you can’t go out that late. Be home by 9:00.

He texted me, dad! He’s so nice.

She took him from me. My heart is broken. I loved him.

You’ll find another one soon honey.

Grown teenager.

Everything I ever wanted.

Cracked screen? You replace it.

You’re spending too much time on that device! Put it down.

Work hard in school it is important for college.

Regulate your social to school ratio. Spend time studying ahead so you don’t fall behind.

Remember to create good habits now.

Rushing, rushing, rushing. The world is never-ending.

One activity to the next. Trying to stack the resume for college actions.

Growing.

Last year

Of Growing.

College Applications. Scholarships.

Guys I got in!

Wow, you’ve come so far.