Very Sad this morning
harass33
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I apologize in advance for this post.
I am sad.....my dad was the only one in my family that picked up the phone and called me to wish me a happy birthday yesterday. The other people in my family either forgot or they texted me or FB me.....that is so......LAME! What happened to people not being so damn lazy? I really missed hearing from my mom to. This was my first birthday without her.
I am sad.....my dad was the only one in my family that picked up the phone and called me to wish me a happy birthday yesterday. The other people in my family either forgot or they texted me or FB me.....that is so......LAME! What happened to people not being so damn lazy? I really missed hearing from my mom to. This was my first birthday without her.
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That sucks, especially since FB gives birthday reminders. Happy belated birthday!0
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So sorry...at least you have your dad!!
Unfortunately I think this says allot about modern society and social media has so much to answer for. Close you FB account and see how many 'friends' you still have then. I personally don't do FB for this very reason...0 -
Happy birthday!0
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No need to apologize for being human. I'm sorry your birthday wasn't acknowledged by most of your family. People seem to be talented at disappointing each other at times. Happy birthday from me! :flowerforyou:0
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I am in same boat. My husband sent me an e-card as I think he forgot until the actual day.0
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Ummm... Happy birthday!
Don't worry, they'll realize what they did eventually and come around. Why won't you call them and be like, "I had a good day yesterday, how bout you?" They'll hopefully realize they missed something. My family is the same way, loving but forgetful.0 -
A couple years back everyone forgot my birthday, gf, daughter, family, everyone. Best thing to do is just roll with it. On your birthday you want some attention and a little recognition to feel good about yourself, well if you can't get that from the people in your life get it yourself.
Go eat something you love, see your favorite movie, buy yourself something you really want...
You don't need anyone else to make you happy.
Oh, and happy birthday. See? I almost forgot too. :flowerforyou:
Also, maybe she will get even better gifts due to the forgotten birthday guilt!0 -
I am sorry you are hurt but
Happy Birthday wishes on facebook,, to me, is the same as getting a card.
It shows that they are thinking of you.
Be Thankful for that.0 -
Happy belated birthday! I'm sorry you were so sad on your day!
A few years ago, everyone but my husband forgot my birthday. It hit me really hard because my family has always been so big on birthdays. Since, they haven't forgotten but I only get texts and FB messages wishing me a "happy bday". Sadly, I think this is just where our world is moving. People are to "busy" to slow down and appreciate the things that they once did.0 -
Sorry to hear that. I can identify. I don't know if it's the generation (my parents are in their late 60s-70s) but they are always hesitant to call in general because they think they are interrupting/intruding. They will send a card a few days before my birthday. I'll call to thank them but no actual call comes on my birthday. I know I should be grateful of the card but yeah a little attention on the day is nice (i'm spoiled).
Anyway happy birthday! What's that expression?: Treat yourself like a queen because no one else is going to. Treat yourself today.0 -
Happy birthday!! Cheer up, go out and have a blast!0
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Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday dear harass33. Happy Birthday to you. That is me singing to you. Trust me, you would NOT want to meet me and have me sing to you in person. Hope today is a better day for you. I know how hard it is to have life events without your mom.0
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Good morning, and Happy Birthday! Your sadness is completely understandable, especially given the loss of your mother. I lost my parents when I was in my teens, so I've had many birthdays without them, and I know that these annual events can be reminders of loved ones lost. I can only tell you from my experience that grief does ease up over time, and your special events and holidays can brighten up eventually.
But your loss is so recent, that I think your feelings are valid and your family members could have gone the extra mile and called you. I won't rant about Facebook here ( I've never used it and I won't), but I will agree it's not the same as a call. Sorry your feeling were hurt. It's good that you can open up here and express how you feel.
Best wishes to you.0 -
I'm so sorry! But it sounds like your dad really loves you:) Maybe you should do something special for yourself?? Happy Belated Birthday, I really hope today brightens up for you!!!0
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I apologize in advance for this post.
I am sad.....my dad was the only one in my family that picked up the phone and called me to wish me a happy birthday yesterday. The other people in my family either forgot or they texted me or FB me.....that is so......LAME! What happened to people not being so damn lazy? I really missed hearing from my mom to. This was my first birthday without her.
I had the exact same experience January this year. Only my father called and sang lol.brother and sister sent text...this was my first year without my mom too. She died feb 12, 2013....on her birthday...suddenly.....sucks huge.0 -
Sorry that you lost your mom. No matter how old we get, there is no replacing her.0
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Happy Birthday0
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Happy birthday!0
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Happy Birthday!0
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Happy Belated! I don't make a fuss or even publish my DOB on social media... my family do call me, but as long as I have my wife and doggies with me on my birthday I'm happy!0
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I'm so sorry that happened to you-in my opinion it's ok if acquaintances text or facebook happy birthday, but family or close friends should pick up the phone. Happy Birthday from me! :flowerforyou:0
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Aww that sucks I am sorry.
Happy Birthday from me and I want you to buy yourself something super nice.
If it doesn't come from them let it come from you!0 -
My family only celebrates birthdays for the kids. My birthday doesn't get acknowledged often, but it is not a big deal to me.0
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Sorry it's late but:
Since my divorce, I've learned to give myself birthday/Christmas, etc. gifts. My kids wish me Happy Birthday but they're all raising kids, etc (read "broke").
Be nice to yourself. Go to the movies, get a massage, buy yourself nice gift(s). Just think: You get what you want, it's the right size/amount/color and won't have to be returned or re-gifted.
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Happy Belated Birthday!!!!
I TOTALLY get it. 2 years ago when I turned 30, I planned a great night out, invited all my friends and Family, and the only people who cared enough to be there was my Husband, one of my Husbands closest friends (who is like an older brother to me) and two of my husbands gay friends. Not one of my friends of family showed up! Totally hurtful!
I hope you still made a great day of it!0 -
Happy birthday. That really sucks. Mine was last week and we did the family thing, since grandma and I share the day. The one person I WANTED to hear from was my dad. We have had our issues since Christmas and being mean and stubborn, he completely ignored the day.
Hope you were able to make the best of it.0 -
*hugs, hugs and more birthday hugs* Sorry you are feeling down. I hope hugs help a little. When I turned 30, I knew nobody was going to do something for me. It's just how my family is. So I decided to create my own special activity/achievement for that day. And you know what? It was awesome. I rocked it. It sucked that my family was the way they are (and have always been), but it was awesome that I kept rooting for me too. You can do things like: run a marathon, hang glide, plan a beach trip with friends, hike a mountain, take an astronomy class. The sky is really the limit as far as birthday celebrations go! And guess what? Just because the day has passed now, that doesn't mean you can't STILL celebrate. Just think on the good times and remember the sweet birthdays you had with your mother and cherish those. Think of what a blessing it was to have those moments and create your own birthday memories with those memories in your heart. (AND, if you feel like it, send your siblings/friends a nasty "thanks for the non-birthday wishes" card) j/k on that last part.0
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Happy Birthday. Make this year about you making new friends ..and don't go out of your way to do anything special for those who did nothing for your birthday .
Many times..it is the person who throws parties, buys the cake..and is thoughtful that gets the shaft because of their "good nature."0 -
im sorry about your mom.. i lost my dad its hard.
happy birthday!:flowerforyou:0
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