You know you've grown up when...

We are all different but we balance each other out.

...you are able to handle difficult situations on your own.  No more mothers and fathers trying to referee.  No more tattling to the teacher.  When you grow up, it's all you.  Due to recent events, I have realized that I am now officially an adult and I am proud to say that those I live with are also adults.  I'm glad that we are able to work out our problems without getting so angry at each other that we turn our backs, walk away, and decide to never look back because we are being petty.  It is sad to see some individuals who are 40, 50, and so on and are still children.  Nothing is ever such a big deal that sitting down and airing out the problems can't solve it.  Have an open mind and realize that we are all human.  We all make mistakes.  We all have our faults.  That's what makes us special.  Some of our flaws may annoy others, but that's the beauty of inidividuality.  Love each other and embrace each other's differences.  Don't let them tear you apart.