Prior to this year, every time January comes, my family would always hear me say "My birthday's coming up soon!" everyday until February 28th. Yes, even when I was 23 turning 24, my parents would laugh at me at being all giddy and excited for my birthday. Last year though I was a bit tame, I only started saying that at the beginning of February. However, this year is a different story. I'm turning 25 in 23 hours, and although I am happy that the Lord has given me another year to add to this amazing life, I'm not exactly as excited as I was, probably because I'm going to be spending it with just my sister. Plus, it's midterm season, so I know we'll just eat late dinner at home then resume studying. It is a milestone to be quarter of a century old, it's just sad that it's only gonna be me and Chi. But I do hope I'll have a very happy birthday. Despite being away from my family and friends, I hope New York would treat me well, as it is my home for the next few years.
A week ago, my mom asked me what I wanted for my birthday, and surprisingly, I told her I didn't want anything, as she has given me more than I could ever ask for. And that was a real and honest answer. I didn't say it so she'd be proud of me and offer me something nice. I meant it. I have countless bags I don't get to use (I left a lot in Manila, but I still want more), shoes and clothes I don't get to wear that often, a beautiful apartment, an amazing family, wonderful friends a great life, what more can I ask for? I guess what I really want for my birthday is to have a fruitful career (hopefully make it here in New York), do good in school, bring honor to my family (and country), be a blessing to a lot of people, have an intimate relationship with God, and to make a difference in this world. When before I would normally ask for material things for my birthday, what I want now for my birthday are intangible things. Not to be a hypocrite, but I still want bags and shoes and all that stuff. It's just that I can have all of those when I get all that I wished for on my birthday :)
Now, since it is my birthday week, I am claiming it to be one of the best and greatest weeks ever. :)
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