I begged for one as a kid, and they never allowed it.

Having a dog was everything I knew it would be."

Admittedly, adulthood isn’t everything millennials thought it’d be when we were kids.

Children are gathered around a table with a birthday cake and presents in the 90s. Some are looking on while one child opens a gift

and based on the responses, we are all out here having a true childhood Renaissance.

Let your inner child have a little fun and see for yourself:

1.“Lego.

Not only were they expensive, but they were also ‘boys’ toys.'

A happy dog running on a grassy lawn with a person watching in the background

I have so many Lego sets now!!

Not only that, but they’re the fancy premium ones for adults.”

u/nadirecur

2.

People painting on canvases in a bright studio

I begged for one as a kid, and they never allowed it.

Having a dog was everything I knew it would be."

u/Creative-Till1436

3.

A close-up of a person smiling, showing braces on their teeth

Of course, lots of my present grown-up clothes are still used, but they actually fit me!"

u/Emmydyre

4.

“I pay for so many adult enrichment classes.

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Adult beginner dance classes?

u/techo-soft-girl

5.“Croutons.

I wasn’t allowed to have them because I was picky and wouldn’t eat salad.

Backyard with an in-ground swimming pool, surrounded by lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a gazebo. A large white house is in the background

So, as an adult, I keep a bag in the house just for snacking purposes.”

u/Leeper90

6.“Braces!

I was always so embarrassed by my teeth.

Three children playing and jumping on a trampoline in a backyard

u/trolldoll26

7.

“LIGHT UP SNEAKERS.

u/Nerril

8.

A porcelain teapot adorned with delicate floral designs pours tea into a matching teacup on a saucer. A spoon is placed beside the saucer

“The better question is, what DIDN’T I buy?

u/FrozenFrac

9.

The five-year-old version of myself gives the 36-year-old version of myself a high five every time.

Person skateboarding outdoors, wearing protective gear and casual clothing

I have one right now, as a matter of fact!”

u/sorry_ifyoudont

10.

A whole-ass swimming pool.

In my backyard.”

u/LemurCat04

11.

I wasnt allowed because ‘god’ and ‘modesty.’

Now every day can be crop top day if I want.”

u/StardustAmarna13

12.

My mom was afraid I would break my neck, so she wouldnt buy one.

Granted, the ones from the 90s usually didnt come with a safety net around them.

I bought one in 2020, and the neighbors noticed I was on it more than my kids.

u/Ashia22

13.

They were super popular when I was a kid, and we couldn’t afford them.

I wore Keds knock-offs that fell apart pretty quickly.

So when I was able to afford it, I bought Converse.

I now have ten pairs in different colors to match my outfits.”

u/Queasy-Parsnip-8940

14.

“I collect tea pots, and have curated a lovely tea set.

u/Prestigious-Oven8072

15.

“CONCERT TICKETS FOR MY FAVE BANDS.

But 39-year-old me has tickets for Korn AND Limp Bizkit this summer.”

u/CrazyMadHooker

16. u/skinsnax

17.

“I got my damn Doc Martens.”

Responses have been edited for length/clarity.