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It's My Birthday Today

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It's another birthday. I was born in 1967 and a couple of years ago my mother confirmed that I had never had a birthday party or my birthday celebrated like some children do. I feel like this is part of the reason why I am such a serious person. And to top it all off, every birthday, no one in my life sends me a message of happy birthday. I just moved to a new town so I am still learning the area. I am really sad about the whole thing. It makes me feel unworthy and that no one cares. The other funny thing is that my mother has a shit fit if anyone forgets her birthday and she will cut people off for forgetting it. Is it wrong for me to think that someone, in my life would reach out sincerely, without a prompt to say happy birthday? I hear all the advice about letting people know, but it feels like I am fishing for compliments. Even here it feels that way. I just wanted a space to get these feelings out of my body. Every year it is the same thing... the day comes and goes and no wishes. It makes me super sad, to tears. I wish I could be that person who doesn't give a shit about it and goes on with the day. Its really hard. Thanks for reading this.

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Shnookie

you are a worthy and valuable individual. Happy Happy birthday 🎁, Felix cumpleanos - Spanish, - Yom Huledet Samaiach - Hebrew. Treat yourself to something yummy 😋. I’m here 4 U.

Hugs 🤗 S

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Onelovleelady in reply to Shnookie

Thank you for that! I appreciate it. I am getting ready to soak in some sun to see if that will lift my spirits. Your note did :-)

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Shnookie in reply to Onelovleelady

so happy to hear this.

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Alpakka123

Happy birthday. This isn't Luna, is it?

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Onelovleelady in reply to Alpakka123

Hi! No, not Luna :-)

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Alpakka123 in reply to Onelovleelady

Ok, just checking. Enjoy your day!! Happy birthday again!

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CLB1125

Im sorry about this. I completely understand your feelings. I always made a big fuss about my children’s birthdays for the same reason. It is an important day and it should be celebrated. It’s too bad we don’t get reminders on here for each person’s birthday. Happy Birthday! Im glad you’re here!! 🎂🎈

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Dolphin14

Onelovleelady

Welcome to the community.

I'm sorry people around you don't acknowledge your birthday. Unfortunately you can't change them, but you can celebrate yourself.

I know it's not the same and doesn't fill that hole in your heart but get out there and do something for you, Go out to lunch and then go shopping. There is nothing like retail therapy to lift the spirits.

You should be celebrated 🎂

🐬

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Arymretep

Hi, do you know why you never celebrated your birthday as a child, there must be a reason, it’s so sad , you should make the most of your birthdays now.

HAPPY. BIRTHDAY 💐

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BlueAgave

You're so deserving of a birthday wish! Happy Happy Birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉

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Agora1

Hi Onelovleelady x

This is your special day. The day you were brought into this world for a reason.

Welcoming you to a caring community. What better time for us to put on our

party hats and celebrate You.

Happy Birthday new friend. :) xx

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Roukaya

Happy birthday and be kind to yourself .

If others you do value you or acknowledge you , this is a reflection of themselves .

It is essential you feel good about yourself and worthy of a Very Happy Birthday 🥳

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