I don't know what the mark is that defines the cross into adulthood. But loss certainly helps make it happen.
For me, it was an experience I had while traveling in Australia with my best friend Yoav back in 2015. We bought a bus and drove around the country DJing and performing at festivals.
Along the way we met Yuli. She popped up out of nowhere and added a unique vibe to our group. I didn't realize at the time our time together would be so short.
I tell the story of that encounter and how it shaped me on my blog this week.