Posted by Dinah on September 1, 2003, at 18:08:56
In reply to Birthday Pain, posted by kalyb on September 1, 2003, at 12:58:33
I hate birthdays. My birthdays were always so disappointing and filled with bad luck that I always greet my birthday by hoping no one dies before the day is over. So naturally I keep mine low key.
Now in my husband's house, his birthdays were treated as high holidays. Much like my son's are. So I'm terrified each birthday that I'm going to let him down, which I always do.
And I'm sure there are many other ways of celebrating that fall between those two extremes.
So I think the others are right. It may just be a difference in family customs of celebrating birthdays. So maybe some very strong hinting is in order.
I think it's great that you're looking at options to get out of your current living situation. Being somewhere less oppressive and with more access to fun can only be good for you.
Aside from being somewhat slow in the birthday celebrating department, is New Guy a generally terrific guy? Are you enjoying your time with him?
Nice to see you again. :)
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