Making Your Birthday Special
Some people don’t care to celebrate their birthday and don’t mind if it passes by without acknowledgment (at least I have heard people say that). I, for one enjoy making the day special, not in a grandiose way, but in a way that makes me feel like it is a special day. A year has passed, I am alive and well and I am looking forward to more years to come. So what are some simple ways I celebrate my birthday?
Before anything else, I would say, don’t wait on others to make your day special because some years you will be disappointed! So here are some things I do!
Birthday Cake
A couple of years ago, I made my own cake, I think last year, my husband got me one, but this year I ordered one from a local high schooler (she made my oldest his graduation cake). It is a little more expensive than the fancy cakes at Publix, but I had been wanting one of those lemon raspberry cake for a while and I am supporting a young entrepreneur.
Free Lunch
I usually see where I can get a free birthday lunch, usually that means Moe’s or Firehouse subs. Not having to prepare my lunch is a treat! This year, I ended up eating lunch at Whole Foods (a yummy salad), got a free Mini Bundt cake from Nothing Bundt cakes and we ate at a local Italian restaurant (won’t go back to that one because my food is better, but I didn’t have to cook and my meal was free).
Do something special
Some years, I’ve gotten a pedicure, last year, I went thrifting with my friend in Chattanooga. This year, I wanted to be thrifty so I just window shopped. Since my husband works out of town most weeks, it is a hit and miss whether he will be home for my birthday.
A little birthday spending
I will wait till October this year to spend my birthday money (my mother in law usually gifts me some money) since I am not shopping this month. I often times buy something a little pricier than I usually would spend depending if there is something that I have wanted for a while. I did get a few things at TJmaxx the day before my birthday, spending about $40.
I think that finding joy on your birthday is similar to finding joy in your everyday life: enjoy that morning coffee, that cool morning air, that book you can read instead of doing a chore… It doesn’t not have to be an extravagant occasion, but I think that celebrating another year given to us by God is worth remembering and rejoicing for!
A bientôt!
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21 Comments
Nancy
I never celebrate my birthday, that is to say, never worth anyone else but Gerben. We normally go out for dinner and do nice things on that day. What is that with free meals and lunches? But this year I celebrated it worth friends and family and a bbq! And I think I will do that next year again!
mimifce
There are certain restaurant that offer you a free dessert or appetizer or sandwich on your birthday. A couple specialty places do a free mini cake… Usually you have to download their app and show them the special coupon. But sometimes it is not worth the effort.
Joanne
I like to do little things like this to treat myself on/around my birthday too.
mimifce
It’s fun!
jodie
I love how you supported a youngster that way. That’s the best!!
Happy, happy birthday.
XOXO
Jodie
mimifce
Probably the last time: even though the cake was delicious, it was very expensive!
Marsha Banks
I have decided this is the year I order myself an extravagant cake…let’s see if I actually do it! I think it’s important to recognize the fact you’ve made it another year (no matter the number of years), and I like to be acknowledged on my birthday. My husband is already asking me what I want which isn’t really any fun because, after all these years, he should know, right?
I hope your birthday was, indeed, extra special, Mireille!
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mimifce
Lol! No matter how many years, they need to be told. I have gotten to the point that if I do want something, I make him a little list to chose from. This year, I didn’t want anything, but he sent me a beautiful bouquet of flowers as he was out of town. Perfect!
Leslie Susan Clingan
YOU are so clever. Please let me remember to celebrate myself in a big way in April!! I love the idea of getting yourself flowers. And treating yourself to a pedi or mani or something similar. I never want/expect my family to do much because I feel loved 365 days a year. But flowers and cake on your birthday are important!! Happiest birthday, beautiful YOU!!
mimifce
Hubby sent me some flowers as he was out of town and they were gorgeous! My cake was very yummy! Thanks, Leslie!
Ashley
Aw, happy belated birthday, Mireille! I love your approach- definitely take the time to celebrate yourself in little ways to make the day special!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
mimifce
It’s is fun to a a special day even if it is in small ways.
Gina
This really resonates with me! Its time we celebrate ourselves! That cake sounds so good, btw.
mimifce
Next year is my 50th so I will do it big!
Kathrine Eldridge
I celebrate my birthday all month long. Lol! That cake is so pretty!
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
mimifce
That cake, I had made myself. This year’s cake might not have been as pretty but it was delicious!
Melynda Brown
I love this idea! One of my features for Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot this week!
mimifce
Thanks, Melynda! I like that making the day special doesn’t have to be big money or something extravagant!
Patty Lake
Mireille, I love your way of celebrating this year. I especially love the ordering a cake from your neighbor, and the going thrifting with a friend – that would be something i would love! Have a great week! Patty
mimifce
Thanks, Patty, small things to make the day special.
Susanne G.
Ok, I loved this! The older I’ve gotten the more I have realized that we have to take our birthdays into our own hands! I love the sweet gifts my kids make and my husband always brings me flowers and a thoughtful gift but this year for my 50th I decided I finally wanted to update my kitchen. I have put it off for years and while it will take longer than a week, I’m excited to finally get my kitchen cabinet painting and new countertops I have been putting off for forever! Happy birthday to me!