Friday's my birthday; i'm glum

[Anonymous]

OP here. Thank you for asking, PP. My birthday was lovely and all my angst faded away when the texts and emails and phonecalls starting pouring in that day. I worked all day, but had a very nice dinner with my family and some friends.

So all in all, it was nice. I am already dreading turning the big 5-0, but the end of this year is going to be very busy with work, out of town trips and kids' activities. I'm already planning a trip for the next birthday, maybe even a party! I also plan to visit with some old friends I haven't seen in a long time (a longstanding New Year's resolution that never comes to be) and generally, try to be more present in life.

Thank you all.