Nineteen years old. This week was similar to birthday weeks of the past. Marked by tears, sadness, emotional breakdowns and lack of motivation but something different happened today. Yes, I cried today too but after a change in perspective I turned that sadness into laughter and things worked out okay.
My friends from high school, and a few from now held a “surprise” party for me. I place surprise in quotations because I hate surprises and had my friend spill the beans prior. They really made today special. The party was Alice in Wonderland themed (favorite book) with a photo booth that featured wonderland inspired props, and signs like “eat me” and “we’re all made here.” My friend Christen made a white cake with strawberry filling from scratch! She and her mom made parmesan chicken ziti, mac and cheese, bread and salad. Every gift I received from my friends was tailored to moments we’ve shared together and were absolutely perfect. Needless to say, it was a way better day than I thought it would be.
At night, my best friend, her husband, and I went on a “color run” that was lacking in color but was an overall great experience. Running is my therapy and it was amazing to see how much I have improved in the last year. PSA: Don’t pay for the color fun fest; attend any other color run if you can. I was a bit discouraged after the race because my new running shoes were ruined from MUD, not color and my straightened hair was not almost curly again. I called my mom and she gave me a new perspective on the situation and then I just laughed about it.
Over the weekend, I got to FaceTime a few of my closest friends and this meant so much to me. I praise God for another year of life and for giving me something to be thankful for each and every day. I can’t wait to see what next Halloween holds for me because; hopefully, I will be in France 🙂
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