Happy Birthday to Me!

Well...hands down this year's birthday was eight thousand times better than last year. Recap for those who don't know: Josh forgot about me.

So this year...my class actually surprised me with balloons, doughnuts, cards, a tiarra and a very nice gift to a spa! Wow~! I've never had a birthday like that before. Amazing! I was overwhelmed with joy--not because of the gifts, but because of their kindness and thoughtfulness.

Josh did much better this year and remembered! He had a nice card and gift waiting for me when I got home from school (a new hot pink iPod shuffle). We also went out for a nice dinner at Paul's Fine Italian restaurant. Yum.

My family gave me some nice things as well--not that it's all about gifts.

I took some time to reflect on the year and decided I was in such a better place personally. I have grown so much this year...and while I resisted this move initially, I think I could actually see myself living here long term.

Happy Birthday to Me.