Happy Birthday to Me

For many years I left my birthday in the hands of my family wand sat and waited for them to make a plan and celebrate my birthday with me. For many years I ended up severely disappointed when at the last minute off the day I was asked "where do you want to go for dinner..." More than a few years it was "go pick out your birthday gift." 

As I grew healthier in my thoughts, about 5 years ago, I decided to plan my own birthday. I would let everyone know what I was doing in advance and let them know they were welcome to join me. If they weren't ready, I went by myself. It was never anything extravagant, but it was mine. It felt good. The last two years my mom and dad came down and we went to Del Mar for the horse races. It is so fun. I make a trip to my favorite make up store, buy a magazine that I would never buy for myself, and enjoy myself. Yesterday I was very proud as I went to a restaurant with my parents and as they ate, I sipped my birthday hot tea. The food didn't even bother me. Yay! I am glad God is maturing me...