Birthdays

Yesterday was Laura's Birthday, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY". Some people look at birthdays and other holidays as just another day in their busy schedules but not my wife. Holidays, and especially birthdays are semi-major events on to be observed. this is one of the things I love about her. It seems the only one she doesn't build up is her own (she shouldn't have to). I love to try and please her in little ways to remind her of my love for her.

We went to dinner this evening and she was a bit concerned that her mother had not remembered her birthday. This changed when we got home and heard Grammy's sweet voice wishing her a happy day. No big party this year, No kids in the entire State, yet contentment in phone calls and messages. Another message saved on the answering machine of 3 grand children singing "Happy Birthday" to Grandma.

So, another birthday passes, and others come. David's is next in 2 days. will his day be forgotten? No way! The timeless tradition has passed to the next generation. Did we have multiple parties? No we didn't, not like in years past. Mothers day and Laura's birthday are now past, but there is always another holiday just around the corner. Memorial day, Fathers day, Anniversary, Independence day, ..., each another reason to celebrate. Isn't that what life is about sometimes, a reason to celebrate? Live a little then and pick a date for any special reason and celebrate.