So You're Turning 30. Don't Panic!

It's probably going to be OK.

So you're in the last stretch of your 20s, and things you never thought would happen are starting to happen.

The top of your jeans have developed one of these:

And yeah, you're not quite as agile as you used to be.

Sometimes, you feel too old to like certain stuff anymore - unlike this guy.

And the type of men you used to idolise now all look like little boys

You've had to finally admit that you're never going to be the next him:

Or him:

Or let's face it, him:

But hey - think about what you CAN do now that you couldn't when you were a kid! Like buy booze without resorting to this:

And talk to the opposite sex without this happening:

Think of all the grown up skills you have now, like being assertive and charming in a restaurant

And pull off any parking manoeuvre, like it's no big deal.

(SEE VIDEO - http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=buFRknN1ckM)

Now is the time when you finally start to have a little money, and get the respect you deserve at work

So rejoice my friend! All is good. You're hitting your prime, unshackled from the insecurities of youth yet free from the responsibilities of middle age. Embrace your third decade, chances are you'll have the time of - well, you get the picture.