Happy Birthday To Me!!

Apr 15

So - I’m 43 today!!!

Comment and wish me a happy birthday! Please?

It means even more to me than you might think - hey, I’m actually telling you my real age!

As Jehovah’s Witnesses, our family usually didn’t celebrate birthdays. I do remember a couple of years when my mom created little “unbirthday” celebrations (quietly, very quietly) but it wasn’t until I was in my twenties - and an ex-JW - that I really felt comfortable with celebrating the day.

These days, I love to celebrate and will take any excuse to do so. Having a child makes it even more fun for me, and it’s my understanding that Ben and John have secret plans for later.

It’s cold and windy and I’m very snuggled in.

Recharge: Whatever you are doing, pause….breathe….and now head for the comfort of a bubbling bath, a beautiful view, or sacred space.

Done!

I was overjoyed to find my mailbox and networks overflowing with birthday wishes this morning.

I’m sending waves of gratitude to Bev, Rosei, Mary, Wally, Stephanie, J, Maria, Evelyn, Heather, Susan, Brenda, Frankophiles, John E., Barbara, Corinne, Glenn, Beverly, Care2, Mom’s Network, Elainna, Tom J., Pam, Dennis, Randy, Sid, Xenia, Kattails, Lois/Opera Ghost, Kimberly F., Janet, Bill, Paula, Doris, Diana, Fantasio, Jenn, Traci, Jolly Roger, Michael, Kim N-F, Ron, Ute, Nancy, Tom S., Carol, John and Ben.

Thank you for filling my special day with so much kindness and friendship!

Diana Says:

Have a very Happy Birthday! May you have a year filled with blessings.

Posted on April 15th, 2007 at 6:15 pm
Rosei Says:

Happy Birthday toooo yooouuuu!!! My wishes of happiness, success, love and peace always, Heidi!!

Thanks for your priceless friendship

Posted on April 16th, 2007 at 9:24 am
Fantasio Says:

A very very happy birthday to you.

As an ex-JW myself I will celebrate my fifth birthday out of the organization this year !

Enjoy your life !

Posted on April 16th, 2007 at 11:15 am
Lois Says:

Alas, the notices of your blog come a day later for me, but happy belated birthday!!!! But at least I know I’m pretty sure a Charmer opera Ghost visited you earlier, so I’m technically safe. LOL Hope it was a great day! And I can’t imagine not celebrating something. . . heck, I celebrate Albert Einstein’s birthday! LOL

Lois

Posted on April 16th, 2007 at 12:58 pm
Traci Says:

Happy Birthday!

Wow, you’re only a year older than I am. You have a Phd. What do I have? Three kids and a job. Oy.

I understand totally about the birthday thing! I have a birthday WEEK now though!

Posted on April 16th, 2007 at 1:05 pm
Jenn Says:

Happy Birthday. Hope it’s a good day.

Posted on April 16th, 2007 at 1:21 pm
Corinne Van Houten Says:

Happy Birthday again Heidi!! You deserve to celebrate and I hope you don’t stop…all year…that’s the way I celebrate mine :-). I’m enjoying your blog–first time I’ve looked at it. Love, c

Posted on April 16th, 2007 at 7:16 pm
VirusHead Says:

Wow! Thanks for the birthday comments! Deeply appreciated (esp. the one from Jenn at “Screw Liberals” - it shows generosity of spirit).

Big hugs - thanks so much, everybody.

Posted on April 16th, 2007 at 8:46 pm
JollyRoger Says:

Wow. I am impressed. I am 43 and I promise you, I’ve not held up nearly as well. You should be proud

Happy belated Birthday!

Posted on April 16th, 2007 at 10:52 pm
Blue Gal Says:

happy belated birthday! and your reviews of the blog against theocracy. WOW.

Posted on April 20th, 2007 at 8:59 pm

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