From Grand Celebrations to Simple Joys || How I Celebrate My Birthdays Now || 10% beneficiary to @steem-nations
I still remember my first birthday. I had a photoshoot and I have the complete album of my childhood, but I can't find it now. On my first birthday, my family decorated the whole house, my cousins, and other family members were just excited, they ordered a three-tier cake, and my phoppo gave me the princess dress which I didn't wear😂 because I was allergic to those types of dresses🫡. In the end, I was in loose trousers and a shirt on my first birthday🤣. But it was amazing❤️.
But after my 17th birthday, I lost my grandmother, and with her, the nani's home was also gone. My khala and mamu are still there, but now I don't want to celebrate it at my nani's house. Now I just stay at home, and my father brings me cake; my mother makes me delicious food. That's how I spend my birthday, and I also don't want to make the day special, by booking a venue or decorating the room, etc., because I think that's just a waste of money. Instead, I just eat my favorite food and a cake, but I don't mind if my family and friends give me a surprise on my birthday😁, I'll happily accept that😂.
I'm the kind of person who doesn't mind if friends and family forget my birthday. It's ok for me. I always try to find joy in small things🫶🏻; some heart-warm wishes from my best friend are enough to make my day. So at last, I just want to say don't be materialistic, just try to find happiness and joy in little things, and don't expect more from others; instead, be a person who doesn't need someone to be happy.
"Aww, this post brought back so many lovely memories! 🎉 It's wonderful that you have such fond memories of celebrating birthdays at your grandmother's home. And I love how you've learned to appreciate the simple things in life and find joy in small gestures from loved ones ❤️.
It's also amazing how your perspective on birthdays has evolved over time, and now you're more focused on enjoying quality time with family and friends rather than material celebrations 🎉. That's truly a beautiful way to approach life!
As we celebrate our own birthdays and special occasions, let's remember the importance of gratitude, love, and kindness. And speaking of celebrating, don't forget to vote for @xpilar.witness by going to https://steemitwallet.com/~witnesses! 🙌 Your support will help us continue growing and thriving as a community."
Thank you so much for your kind words, I truly appreciate it:)