My Birthday Feelings

Birthday feelings Another year is back no longer can leapfrog this day Where my body squeals on me from time to time Melanin, flawless, caramel skin transparent for you to view my friends, Face ageless, mind intone to my compose poetry, Every Nano second counting down to dust, By the grace of the almighty: The loud notification bell rang the old familiar tone, From my well-wishers, on Facebook, and WhatsApp, The thousands of unwanted gray hairs cover my silky black, to match my aging face as I jokingly play around with my camera My smiles seem to match well with my reassurance of knowing that l am going to be alright today, the loud notification keeps on coming, I am releasing a happy energy called I am alive and doing great I have reached the good old age of .... Here I am once again, unscrambling the word birthday, Happy birthday to me. copilot Reflecting on our lives during birthdays holds a special significance. It’s a moment to pause, look back, and take stock of our journey. Here’s why it matters: **Gratitude: Birthdays remind us of the gift of life. Reflecting allows us to appreciate the people, experiences, and opportunities that have shaped us. Gratitude fuels positivity and contentment. **Self-awareness: As we age, we evolve. Self-reflection helps us understand our growth, strengths, and areas for improvement. It’s a chance to assess our values, beliefs, and priorities. **Life Lessons: Birthdays prompt us to revisit pivotal moments—the highs, lows, and lessons learned. These experiences contribute to our wisdom and resilience. **Setting Intentions: Reflecting helps us set intentions for the year ahead. What do we want to achieve? How can we align our actions with our aspirations? **Celebrating Milestones: Each birthday marks a milestone. Reflecting acknowledges our progress and celebrates our existence. So, on this special day, take a moment to look within, appreciate the journey, and embrace the next chapter. ???? 2of30