People Are Sharing Pictures Of Themselves Vs. Their Parents At The Same Age

Times have changed, and so have standards, expectations, and lifestyles. Most of our parents were married and with kids by their mid-20s. Some of us, on the other hand, are still single, divorced, or figuring out how to put the toddler to sleep so we can have wine by 7 p.m.

People have taken to Twitter to post side-by-side pictures of where their parents were at their age vs. where they are now.

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parents in jamaica vs girl drinking bagged wine
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You could tell both the parents and the kids like to have a good time, their methods just differ a bit. The parents could afford to go on a trip to Jamaica, while the daughter will have to settle for bagged wine.

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At Least One Of Them Is Smiling

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In the daughter's defense, she looks way happier on a random day with her little skateboard than her parents did on their wedding day. So who is really winning here?

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Drinking The Pain Away

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parents at wedding vs girl with 3 liquor bottles
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Sometimes you just gotta say "screw it" and chug from three different liquor bottles at once to deal with life. Or, more accurately, in order to black out and literarily forget about life for a bit.

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To Each Their Own

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parents cuddling vs girl with
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You know you've made it far in life when you have a top that literally says "I'm a top." If wearing it while eating soup and meditating makes you feel better, then who are we to judge?

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She Would At Least Excel At Chubby Bunny Tournaments

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wedding protrait vs get cheecks squeezed
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Maybe her mom was married at her age, but could she squeeze her cheeks that far? Think of how many marshmallows could fit in there! Hands down, she would win the family Chubby Bunny competition.

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Something Clearly Went Wrong

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colorful family in small town vs man with joker  face paint
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How did we go from the colorful pastel clothes, beret hats, pretty scenery, and happy family to whatever is happening on the right? Let's hope this was taken on Halloween.

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It's Called "Self-Care"

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baby photos vs man in face mask
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How are you going to take care of another living being (especially one that acts like a tiny drunk adult) if you don't take care of yourself first? The first step is obviously acquiring a smooth, pore-free face.

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Nothing To Complain About Here

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anniversary of parents vs graduation at the beach
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You know what? Graduating in what looks like a literal paradise doesn't seem so bad. It may not be her wedding day, but how could anyone be upset while standing on a beach like that?

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Unprecedented Times

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family photo vs covid drinking
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We now have a great excuse to justify any milestones we have not yet reached in comparison to our parents. I mean, how could you even have a wedding during COVID?

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Evolving Fashion

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man posing in attire vs parents ceremony
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Fashion changes by the season, but traditional clothes remain the same for every generation. That doesn't mean that you can't strike a pose and spice it up a little. Work it.

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We're All Kids At Heart

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woman posing with sign up sign vs parents photo
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If you think about it, 19 is way too young to get married now. You have your whole life to share with someone else, so for now, sign up to be a Girl Scout and enjoy every second!

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At What Age Should We Stop Counting Birthdays?

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birthday partie vs signing wedding paper
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There's nothing worth celebrating when at 20 her parents were signing their wedding documents. This is why people stop celebrating their birthdays—at a certain point, it just gets embarrassing to compare.

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So Many Questions

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happy family vs costume dancing
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I just wish there was a little more context as to why this young man is out publicly dancing in a space shuttle costume... Maybe it's part of his job. We all need to survive somehow.

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Who Needs A Husband When You've Got A Dog?

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wedding photo vs hugging dog
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Dogs are man's best friend for a reason. They won't complain when you force them to wear matching PJs on Christmas morning, and they'll never walk out on you no matter what.

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One Looks More Fun Than The Other

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parents wedding at church vs standing in a unicorn costume
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Some of these old wedding photos just prove that weddings are overrated anyway. Who looks happier? The frowning bride who looks like she'd rather be anywhere else, or the man standing proudly in a unicorn costume?

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Parenting Is Parenting

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mom holding baby vs woman holding cat in a towel
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Who is to say that being a cat mom is any less deserving of being called "parenting"? Whether a baby or an animal, they are completely dependent on you for basic survival. That's a lot of responsibility.

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It's About Finding Something To Celebrate

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wedding day vs blowing balloons
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Sure, her parents were celebrating their wedding day, which some might equate as the happiest day of their lives, but I'm sure whatever celebration she's blowing up balloons for is just as worthy.

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It's A Coping Mechanism

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woman with cigarettes in her mouth vs mom's wedding
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Sometimes you're so stressed that not one, not two, not even three, but four cigarettes at once just feels necessary to relax a little bit (or get so much of a head rush that you can't think for a bit).

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Gotta Enjoy Your Youth

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family photo vs woman in a shopping cart
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What's the rush in getting married and having kids so young? When else do you get to ride around in a shopping cart while carrying take-out if not in your 20s?

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Priorities Are In Check

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Unfamily photo vs 7/11 energy drinks
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On one hand, you could be getting married and caring for a child. But on the other hand, you could literally grab some beers and go on a fun ride with your buddies.

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And They Say Money Can't Buy Happiness

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family photo with everyone dressed up vs holding up pile of cash
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You know what? It mostly doesn't... You can't buy a family or love with it, but it definitely doesn't hinder happiness, either, and it can make life a little easier. Who would say no to a pile of cash?

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Perfect Matches

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parents couple vs kids couple
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What is love if you can't be completely silly together and take double-chin pictures to show your kids one day? Posed professional pictures are so passé! You can't see love when you're both staring awkwardly into the middle distance.

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The Best Kind Of Partner

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parents wedding vs woman in the car with dog
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Can you get your husband to stick his face out the window and lick the air, reminding you how to enjoy the simple things in life? Actually, don't answer that...

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A New Level Of Cool

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parents at resort vs cool man posing at home
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Who looks cooler? The matching couple standing in a resort and genuinely smiling, or the son posing in his bachelor apartment, wearing shades indoors, and replacing pants with boxers?

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Cats Over Cake

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wedding photo cake cutting vs selfie with cat
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Cake is good and all, but it doesn't compare to cats. Cats won't make you gain weight and will give you attitude right back to keep you in check. Plus, cake won't pose for selfies with you.

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There Are Two Kinds Of People

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couple picture vs drunk on couch
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Isn't it ironic that she's passed out under a family wedding photo, which is conveniently placed right under an "It is your birthday" sign? Maybe there's still hope for the future...

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Stay Away From Modeling

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posing for wedding photo vs blinking in group photo
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Just kidding, everyone has blinked during a picture before. We can't all look like we belong in Hollywood like her mom with her fancy hat and her frilly dress does.

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The Modern Family

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birth of baby vs couple with dog at fiesta
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The concept of family has changed. Family isn't necessarily about a mom, a dad, and their baby anymore. Just find someone you love and get a dog, and then the three of you can still go for family outings!

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Some Would Call Their Car Their "Baby"

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birth of baby vs man with car
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Blame the parents for their son's style. It all started when they dressed him in baseball caps before he could walk. Now he walks around in T-shirts that spell out "paid" while casually flexing his car.

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Maybe Romance Really Is Dead

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woman holding roses vs concert party
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His dad clearly knew what he was doing when he showered his wife with dozens of roses that she could barely hold. Clearly, he did not pass on his sense of romance to his son, who can barely open his eyes while posing with a girl at a concert.