Living in a world where money has become a necessity, war is a constant, and “hard times” seems to be the norm, leaves very little room for pure joy. Today, however, nothing could bring me down. For today 23 years ago I became a member of the human race. That is right April 13th signifies the celebration of my birth.
This time comes around year after year, and I always am left feeling just the same as I did before. Nothing dramatic ever happens, but at the same time the small smile making moments come to the foreground and presents themselves at my feet.
Birthdays that are filled with the little things are so much better then thousands of presents. The dry erase written note on the mirror letting me know my parents remembered this significant day even if they don’t get the chance to see me before I rush off to school. Texts/letters from friends near and far saying a simple Happy Birthday reminding me that I don’t walk alone in this world; even though at times it feels like it. The innocence of a child singing a very simple birthday song letting you know that true/pure love still exists. Siblings who sing in crazy tones never being on key, or dancing some funny dance; all to let you know they didn’t forget you, and never will!
I will go on and another year will slowly creep by with its ups and downs, and may not seem like it changes much, but I will grow, and learn and try to become a better person, so when I’m 24 I can look back and say being 23 was a great experience.
We live in a world of hardship, war, confusion and disaster, but I will hold my head up high for I am young, and should enjoy life to the fullest, day by day, year by year; birthday after birthday!
Thank-you all for making my birthday this year one of the best!
