Author sunshinegirl Posted December 20, 2008 Author Posted December 20, 2008 Again, thanks everybody. My week got better each day, interestingly enough. I got lots of birthday wishes on Wed, Thurs, and Fri, and had another b-day dinner celebration Thurs with my sister, bro-in-law, and a few close friends. I was reminded again that my life is full of wonderful people who care about me; that I have a terrific job; that I am healthy and looking better than I have in years; and that I have really come to know myself and be comfortable in my own skin. There is, certainly, a remnant of sadness that I am trying to keep at bay. I missed Eric this morning as I shoveled the driveway (we did it together last year) and I had a crappy dream about him and the hooch last night. BUT, I am thankful that I will spend Christmas with my whole family, including four nephews and my niece, and that despite our own little dysfunctions, we are a family that loves each other and enjoys spending time together. I know that's more than many people have. In fact, focusing on being grateful for all that I do have is helping... so for those who are just waiting for the holidays to be over, maybe that would help you too?
GodofNietzsche Posted December 20, 2008 Posted December 20, 2008 Happy birthday! I'm dreading mine as well. Last year, my ex and I broke up before I went abroad, but were still acting like LD boyfriend and girlfriend. When I came back for winter break and visited her, she cut me off (saying it was too hard for her). Two days later it was my birthday and she said nothing. Even her friends wished me a happy birthday. Now, my birthday is coming up and I was dreading it. I am out in the mid west, working for japanese auto manufacturer. They are sending me to corporate training on my birthday. It really sucks. I thought, I have to sit in a hotel room on my birthday, alone, and go to bed early for training the next day. But no! I met a japanese woman (and I emphasize woman) at a monthly meeting who works for my company (but at a different branch). She will be nearby and when I told her I was coming in January for training she said "we should have dinner every night". I am planning on e-mailing her (in japanese) and saying something like "I'm going to be in ... on this day, and I don't want to be alone on my birthday, would you like to go to dinner?" Even if nothing happens, its nice to be in the company of pretty japanese woman on your birthday. I guess i'm trying to say, make the most of your situation. I'd rather do what I can, than feel bad about not being with my ex. Even if it's not as good, at least its something, and maybe it will be better.
RecordProducer Posted December 21, 2008 Posted December 21, 2008 Happy belated birthday, Sunshine! I wish you good health, a lot of love, joy, laughter, great sex, success, and fun :bunny: ( and a little less self-centeredness )!
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