I am a hot mess. And I’ve been a hot mess for a hot minute. But during one month of the year, all of that is set aside for one purpose: the purpose of celebrating my birthday month. All month long
At first this tradition may seem silly, but it’s not. Your birthday is one one day a year, why take a whole month?
Growing up We always celebrated out birthdays in a big way. Because when you are born, when the world meets you and you meet the world, when your loved ones are given the blessing and gift of you, that day should be remembered and celebrated. The anniversary of your birth.
And when you celebrate your birthday for the entire month, it gives you an excuse to to what you want…because it’s your birthday month. But more than that, it reminds you to celebrate your life every single day, because every day you are given is truly a gift. Another day to see the miracle of a sunrise, be with your family, or enjoy the comfort of a bed in which to sleep until light.
Celebrating the entire birthday month reminds us to enjoy chances in life, to not take anything for granted, to be thankful and gracious for the life around you. It reminds us to truly celebrate ourselves and be happy with who we are. Right now in this moment.
No life isn’t perfect. Maybe you still can’t fit into those skinny pants, or your car is making that funny sound, or you still haven’t gotten that job you want, or just whatever. But that doesn’t mean it will always be that way, or that you can’t appreciate the good things you have.
Enjoy the moments life gives you have passion and gratitude in your heart, celebrate each day and always be curious. Throw yourself into your life and the world. And don’t forget to celebrate your birthday.
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