Ok, real talk—when I was a kid, birthdays with my family were always amazing. My mom always found a way to make them special. But birthdays with friends? I DREADED them. Mine was always at the very start of the school year, so it was too early to have a solid friend group. I never had a party because: 1) I wasn’t sure anyone would show up, 2) I didn’t know who I wanted there, 3) I’d probably have to invite people I didn’t care to be around, and 4) parties were expensive.
But then, something magical happened—I was about to turn 17, and things were different. I had my crew, I had my license AND a hooptie. I had a full-time job bringing in diñero. So my “grown-ass” self decided to celebrate with my friends at… drumroll… Sizzler! We had the best time just laughing and clearing out that buffet. 🤣
That was the start of my love for birthdays. Why? Because I did it MY WAY. I ignored the idea that I had to throw a big party, spend a ton of money, or invite people I didn’t even like. Instead, I asked myself, “What do I want to do?” That year, and for many more after, the answer was simple: I want to hang out with people I love and eat yummy food. Since then, every year, I’ve asked myself the same question, and my birthdays have been pretty awesome.
I know not everyone feels this way—some people really hate their birthdays. So if you know anyone like that, remind them to say F THAT. You don’t have to do anything you don’t want to do, or have any kind of celebration to meet other people’s expectations. But def do you, Boo. Your trip around the sun is a beautiful thing worth celebrating….
Do it YOUR WAY! 🎈
P.S. I’m always down to celebrate you at Le Sizzler! 😁
