They say it's your birthday....

It's my birthday too yeah!! That's right folks I'm 29 today. I kinda feel different, but kinda don't. Make sense? I guess this birthday feels different because of how bad last year's birthday was. I'm use to waking up on my bday and having Amanda tell me, "Happy Birthday Baby" before I even get out of the bed. But, last year there was no one to tell me that. No one knew. I basically spent that day reading and keeping to myself, because I was devastated. I'm the type of person that believes your bday is YOUR DAY. All other days belong to other people, but your bday, its a special day just for you. I have always felt that you should enjoy that day as your own. A little childish and silly I know, but I'm a big kid anyway. Being home for this birthday changes everything for me. I don't need any presents, or anything like that now. I'm home and I can spend as much time as I want with my best friend....that is present enough for me.

I wish I could really explain the feelings I am having right now. It is so amazing the feeling of thankfulness. I didn't realize how important things were to until I had to miss out on them for a year. Amanda says I get annoyed with things, true, but what she doesn't realize is that I love the fact that I can get annoyed about things. I love her and nothing she could do will ever change that. I guess what I'm trying to say is your birthday IS a special day and you should treat it as your own. But, also take advantage of every single day you have and be thankful for the things you have and the people in your life because one day you will have to endure without some part of your life and regretting things is not how you want to live.

OK, I know you are all tired of that stuff. Time for more birthday info, Amanda got me the book, "Brisingr" by Christopher Paolini. It is the third book in a series of 4 about a boy who becomes a dragon rider. Yes, it is fantasy but such a good series. Amanda has something else planned for tonight but I don't know what. I'll let you know when I know. Well, take care and I hope your day is as good as mine.

Josh