The big bad monster named adulthood

Christmas is over, I can't say that I'm sad to see it go. I had a great one but it's nice to get back to normal and begin the arduous uphill battle that it balancing my checking account; I have no idea how much money I have left, or rather how little money. Currently I'm just assuming I don't have any. OH MY GOODNESS I just remembered that I forgot to clock out at work. Oh well I can't do anything now. This unfortunate ralization does bring me to the fact that I recently got a job, at The Gap. Yes I know utterly cliche and teenagegirlesque but what can I say they were willing and I need the money terribly. It's not so bad, it keeps me busy which is a plus and a minus. Right off the bat it's taken time away from fun things I've wanted to do but I of course knew that going into it so I have nothing to complain about. The Christmas tree farm was good experiencewise but this is definitely my first "real job" and I can tell the difference. I think I should just kiss my social life goodbye! Wow that's so sad. I'm not thoroughly enjoying this transition into adulthood, I'll tell you how I feel after I get paid, hopefully that will change things. I need some encouragement people! I'm dreading leaving behind my youth and endless freedom. What am I really gaining through all of this. (If you say anything like maturity or wisdom I'll kick you!)