Ok, I just had a birthday (on the 4th). And I am very proud to say that I turned 42. Now most women don't want to admit their age past a certain point, but for me birthdays are extremely special in light of all that I've been through the past two years.
The American Cancer Society says that "Happy Birthday" is a victory song. No matter how ridiculous & cheesy (sorry ACS) that may sound to some of you - I have to agree. After someone has received a life changing, life challenging diagnosis birthdays don't mean you are another year older they mean you are another year older! And that's a good thing! Every birthday becomes a milestone - no matter the age. And considering that I finished my last treatment the day before my 40th, I can attest to the sheer joy of watching the numbers go up on my age!
So if the Birthday song is a song of victory, then in my opinion wishing someone birthday wishes is a victory chant! And everyone in your life can join in. It only takes 1-2 seconds (really) but it touches the deepest part of that person. By sharing birthday wishes, you are celebrating life with the birthday boy/girl.
Therefore, I would like to thank all of the incredible people in my life who took time (by tweet, text, FB, email, phone call or card) to wish me a happy birthday! Each one touched me deeply. (I am actually choking up now thinking about it!) Because what those 1-2 seconds of your life shared with me was that I have a life worth celebrating! I am very blessed to have so many people in my world who value me enough to take the time and say "Happy Birthday!"
I love you all bunches and hold you close in my heart!
Thank you again!
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