I was not particularly looking forward to my birthday this year. 32 was just not a number I cared to identify with. There was so much that I envisioned would be different in my life at this age. Wishful thinking eons ago had me believing that so much more would be established and accomplished. The lack of yet-accomplished goals, the hardships, family distance and overall lack of support made for a thirty-something celebration sans celebration.
I don’t feel that much has changed for me in terms of health and aside from laugh lines, a little fuzz in unwanted places, and a tummy testament to my love of sweets (i.e. Kit Kats) but I am blessed and all the gears are well oiled and working.
I really didn’t do much on my birthday weekend. My best friend, who isn’t talking to me at the moment, returned the favor this year by forgetting my day. None of my closer buddies went out of their way despite all of the damn dinners and gatherings I planned and helped fiancé last year. Not a bad thing because it officially frees me of any thoughtful responsibilities this year when their turn comes.
There were no big plans, no surprise parties or dinners, no presents, or any of the other things which could possibly further drill the reality of the big 3-2. I did however receive a steady stream of birthday wish starting at midnight which did just the opposite but brought many smiles.
Ultimately, I was glad that the previous 364 days had come to a close especially since a great many of them sucked farm animal ass.
Hey you!
First off, happy belated birthday!
32--it's not that bad. or maybe i dont share the feelings you do since ill be 32 october 4th. i just see getting older as just that--getting older. i feel like im finally starting to understand and KNOW what it means to LIVE LIFE...and im looking forward to "knowing me" in my 30's and beyond
your friends..well that's fucked up. but, sometimes, people are flaky. be happy that enjoyed your day with the person that matters--YOU. :)
at the end of the day, that's what matters, no?
And besides, you can plan my 32nd birthday, Yusef! :) I'm sure you can be creative!
felicidades papito...
you have circled Our Star 32 times now... que bendicion! espero q des muchas mas vueltas y q te sigan traendo amor, espiritualidad, creatividad y sabiduria...
cuidate cubanito ;-D
Damn, not even your close buddies gave you a gift? With all that you have done for them?..If it's one day out of the year to give a gift to someone, it would be on their birthday. That sucks. I personaly enjoying giving gifts. As broke as I am being a grad student, I still manage to save a few dollars to show my appreciation to someone. Ok, ok..its not all about being materialistic, but on someone's birthday..it is. Maybe i'm wierd but it kinda brings me joy to see that person smile with excitement when they receive a gift and not just on their birthday (I have a bad habit of doing random things like that) As a matter of fact, I went shopping today to send a friend of mine a care package of goodies..they're not expecting it..which makes sending it..that much more exciting cuz I know they're gonna love it. Anyhow, back to you...well, sorry to hear your bday wasn't exciting. At least you have your health. Damn {{sratches head}} I must have missed out on my birthday dinner...well, at least you still have your NANO. lol
damn...
32 already?????
u old bastard =0) j/k lol
anywho... happy bday again and God bless... keep growing and moving forward.
This should be a good spring/summer for u and other Taurus' this year...
or so says Walter... whatever lol...
suave por ahi.
well i was two days early with the birthday wishes, so now you have to correct your blog and change the date they call for rain LOL much love
Happy B-Day
"I was not particularly looking forward to my birthday this year. 32 was just not a number I cared to identify with. There was so much that I envisioned would be different in my life at this age."
I turned 32 on 3 MAR of this year and your words exactly describe my feelings about it.