IkuTube Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 To many, celebrating a birthday is a joyful occasion. It is a day to remember how one's life has progressed. It is a day to be thankful for being alive, for being able to learn new and good things to become a better person. Every year, I will celebrate my friends' birthdays, those that are very closed to me. We would go out for simple dinner and end the celebration with cutting the birthday cake. We have gotten away with giving presence for many years. What I like most is when we get the birthday person to talk about his/her life and what's ahead. However, among this group of friends, we have a friend who does not like to celebrate birthdays. When we arrange for the dinner, it will not be on the actual day. It has to be just another get-together dinner. He feels birthday is a day where he wants to be alone to deeply reflect on his life. How do you celebrate your birthday? Do you look forward to celebrate it every year? Click Here To Visit My Blog @ "The Blessed Life" *Let me live my life to be an instrument of 'Love', in how I speak and in how I see others* - May there be Love and Peace beyond all understanding - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamziz Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 I do but with some close friends instead of big parties. I had friends who flew with a cake to surprise me. I insisted the exact number of candles same as my age on the birthday cake. Always fun when friends work together to lit the candles. Been doing that for years. I like the idea your friend reflects about life but I would still like to have a little celebration on same day. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 善待对人。麻烦用英文来表达信息。不是每个人都会看的懂中文 。| “People need to learn the art of making an argument. Often there is no right or wrong. It's just your opinion vs someone else's opinion. How you deliver that opinion could make the difference between opening a mind, changing an opinion or shutting the door. Sometimes folk just don't know when they've "argued" enough. Learn when to shut up." ― J'son M. Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 I always spend it alone. A bowl of mee suar and 2 eggs. That's the way I like. But all birthday wishes received is still apprieciated and felt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Name Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 I am fine with celebrating others birthday but not my own. Never like to be in the centre of attention. Hate when people send mw wishes, feel so awkward and never know how to response to them. Never understand what is the meaning of celebrating birthday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coco Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 Never like celebrating birthdays. Feels awkward. Besides, a birthday is a reminder that you are a year older, a year closer to your death. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenroad Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 just no happy birthday songs..... ----- why cant life be bigger than facing constraints and making decisions ----- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluerunner Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 I never like big birthday party for my birthday. Dreaded it so much. Thus, I rather spend it quietly by myself or with just 1-2 close friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 Celebrating birthday is like them reminding you: "When are you going to get married?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Reality of Life Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 No, never celebrate. It is just another day of the year that reminds me how time flies. It is nothing more than seeing the dawn of a new year. When that birthdate is over, everything changed, you will be part of another statistics to recieve certain grant by the govt or received CPF rate from your employer. The recruitment agent will stop calling you, your neighbour will start whispering. Age became a taboo when you cruise around. You felt you never want to grow old. Than why celebrate your birthday???!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RinTinTin Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 Never liked celebrating my own, wouldn't mind celebrating for close friends, but not acquaintances. When I receive a gift, I feel like I should give a gift back to the person for his/her birthday, then comes the headache whether the person would like/use the gift or not, sometimes I can't even find a gift that seems suitable, so I'd give money as a last resort and another headache comes deciding how much to give. Ugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derryfawne Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 Yes. =) Everybody deserves one special day. “Do not take life too seriously. You’ll never get out of it alive.” — Elbert Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest I AM FUCKING SPECIAL Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 Yes. =) Everybody deserves one special day.I dissagree. Everyday is special if you love yourself, need not have to wait for that one day to remind you are old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derryfawne Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 I dissagree. Everyday is special if you love yourself, need not have to wait for that one day to remind you are old. Sure. “Do not take life too seriously. You’ll never get out of it alive.” — Elbert Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charvo87 Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 No experience Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teatree Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 For those who have forgotten to be nice to themselves, gives yourself a break on this special day. iamziz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onlylonely Posted July 26, 2015 Report Share Posted July 26, 2015 Usually buy something for myself. Don't really need to celebrate but if bf does it then it's a bonus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puppyfart Posted July 26, 2015 Report Share Posted July 26, 2015 only if it involves birthday sex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onlylonely Posted July 26, 2015 Report Share Posted July 26, 2015 only if it involves birthday sex.Its part of the package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qsefthu78 Posted July 26, 2015 Report Share Posted July 26, 2015 (edited) I never tell my friends when exactly my birthday is and no one wishes me happy birthday except for my family members and partner. I never like being the centre of attractions. Anyway, I make it a point to reflect and thank my mum for bringing me to this world and thank my parents for bringing me up and give them a rare kiss each. Edited July 26, 2015 by qsefthu78 Coolbriz 1 https://linktr.ee/johntanegbdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluerunner Posted July 26, 2015 Report Share Posted July 26, 2015 Usually buy something for myself. Don't really need to celebrate but if bf does it then it's a bonusOh yes. I do pampered myself on my birthday too!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mate69 Posted July 26, 2015 Report Share Posted July 26, 2015 No I don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintersnow Posted July 26, 2015 Report Share Posted July 26, 2015 nothing too special about it. just another day though. i usually keep quiet about it esp i wont want the company people to know as they might put in some surprises then the whole world would know surprises might become more of a shock and embarrassment to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fab Posted July 26, 2015 Report Share Posted July 26, 2015 i like gathering but i dont like attention. 鍾意就好，理佢男定女 never argue with the guests. let them bark all they want. 结缘不结怨 解怨不解缘 After I have said what I wanna say, I don't care what you say. 看穿不说穿 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamziz Posted July 27, 2015 Report Share Posted July 27, 2015 Do something meaningful to benefit others your valued existence , perhaps reach out to needy or some charitable act or even giving back to society. What is so joyful to have a big crazy party . A nurse recently bought 10 packets of chicken rice and gave away to strangers like tissue paper sellers on her birthday. That was moving. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 善待对人。麻烦用英文来表达信息。不是每个人都会看的懂中文 。| “People need to learn the art of making an argument. Often there is no right or wrong. It's just your opinion vs someone else's opinion. How you deliver that opinion could make the difference between opening a mind, changing an opinion or shutting the door. Sometimes folk just don't know when they've "argued" enough. Learn when to shut up." ― J'son M. Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 27, 2015 Report Share Posted July 27, 2015 Do something meaningful to benefit others your valued existence , perhaps reach out to needy or some charitable act or even giving back to society. What is so joyful to have a big crazy party . A nurse recently bought 10 packets of chicken rice and gave away to strangers like tissue paper sellers on her birthday. That was moving. Will do something next year, serious! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkflame Posted July 27, 2015 Report Share Posted July 27, 2015 A birthday is simply the day you were born.Tbh, I don't know why people celebrate it now as I believe the original purpose was because people died young in antiquity.When I was a kid, my parents used to hold large birthday parties for me.I think that was the reason why I started preferring to celebrate it alone when I entered secondary school.Living alone in a foreign country, I get the needed peace on my birthday.For the past two years, I have gone on trips alone on my birthday.I think I might continue doing that.Personally, I think people who need big birthday parties didn't go through happy birthdays during their childhood and I always believe they deserve such celebrations. mate69 1 I'm always running after you. You are my ideal. You are me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaio Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 (edited) Personally, birthday is the day where I'll reflect and thank my mum, thou she's not here to celebrate with me anymore For her braveness and determination in the 10 months of pregnancy with difficulties that she gone through which cannot be explained by words. So yea, don't forget to thank your mum (and your dad) on your birthday. Edited July 28, 2015 by vaio angel_dust 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 I am not fuss over bday celebration since I was young so just my partner and I or the same for my partner's bday, We go for makan in an atas restaurant and/or a special gift (usually asked first what We want/need) so don't waste money for an unwanted item, that's enough to make me happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clickclock Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 I dont have a very close friendship circle so i would celebrate my birthday differently. I would have a nice bbq dinner with my parents at my birthplace mate69 1 I draw sexy men, visit http://www.toastwire.tumblr.com click on 'My Artworks'. Willing to take on comissions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 72%dark Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 (edited) My sister is one of those people who hates for us to celebrate her birthday, she’s always very grumpy on that day and often finds ways to ‘disappear’ in case we try to surprise her. I must admit I don’t really understand why though. To me, celebrating someone’s birthday, even in a small humble way, is a way of ‘telling’ that person—we’re happy that you were born, that you’ve made a difference to the lives of those around you in your own individual way; thank you for being around and being who you are, and we hope for many more happy years like that. (Yes it's an arbitrary date, and yes in theory you can do this any time of the year or even all the time. But for the same reason we have festivals, it often helps to have an occasion, not just to provide a regular schedule, but also as an excuse to do something that might otherwise be considered too extravagant on a normal day.) Edited July 28, 2015 by 72%dark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teatree Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 My sister is one of those people who hates for us to celebrate her birthday, she’s always very grumpy on that day and often finds ways to ‘disappear’ in case we try to surprise her. I must admit I don’t really understand why though. To me, celebrating someone’s birthday, even in a small humble way, is a way of ‘telling’ that person—we’re happy that you were born, that you’ve made a difference to the lives of those around you in your own individual way; thank you for being around and being who you are, and we hope for many more happy years like that. (Yes it's an arbitrary date, and yes in theory you can do this any time of the year or even all the time. But for the same reason we have festivals, it often helps to have an occasion, not just to provide a regular schedule, but also as an excuse to do something that might otherwise be considered too extravagant on a normal day.)Women are particularly sensitive especially those who are still singles. Must hint to them first and see their response. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butterscotch Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 Generally I don't make it a point to celebrate my birthday; and even if I do (or forced to) I like to keep it small and simple - just dinner and hang out with my close friends. However that's not the case for this year's hahaha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azimuth Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 You should give yourself a pat on your back every birthday. You have survived life thus far. Congratulations. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Friendly Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 I remember i celebrated my first birthday when i was 17yo having BBQ at punggol beach with around 12 close friends.. and after that year every year i have some kind of celebration for my birthday with close friends and family members having party and BBQ. My bigest birthday party was when i am 21 having guest around 200 mostly church friends. Last year my bf bought me a birthday cake and he invited some of our close friends (gay) to our home to have home cook food by me...lor. I guess for the rest of my life it would be birthday celebration at home for me. I love meeting my friends when they make it a point to visit me for my special day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 29, 2015 Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 I remember i celebrated my first birthday when i was 17yo having BBQ at punggol beach with around 12 close friends.. and after that year every year i have some kind of celebration for my birthday with close friends and family members having party and BBQ. My bigest birthday party was when i am 21 having guest around 200 mostly church friends. Last year my bf bought me a birthday cake and he invited some of our close friends (gay) to our home to have home cook food by me...lor. I guess for the rest of my life it would be birthday celebration at home for me. I love meeting my friends when they make it a point to visit me for my special day.Wow u must enjoy cooking and your bf must be very proud of your skill too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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