Today is an important day, not just because it's my birthday, but also because it's one of my good friend's most-awaited wedding day. Sad though that I couldn't make it to her event. We'll just have to catch up soon! Best wishes Cheng!
Okay, onto my own event. I had a very simple yet meaningful birthday. I went to my beloved church, New Life Christian Center, and then celebrated at ATC with my besties. As usual, we went to our happy place --- Cafe Mediterranean! We guffawed in laughter over garlic sauce and Bonifacio's revenge, free panna cotta and margherita pizza! We had lively exchanges about people, places and things. We talked about our dreams and our plans. We delighted in the blessings we have, large or small. We talked about life and everything that comes with it!
Amidst the laughter and talk, I realized how blessed I am beyond measure, because I have people around me who care for and love me. I have people I can share my thoughts with, without being judged. I have friends and family who look beyond what I can do for them and what I can give. My relationships make up who I am. Not my career, not my money, not what I know. For so long, I have neglected some of the relationships I had, and went on in my pursuit of power and riches, only to realize that when you're on top, it's sad when you don't have people to celebrate with and to celebrate you. We can earn all the money in the world and have the grandest of titles, but if we don't have relationships that bring meaning to our purpose, it's all for naught.
Of course, other than their company, friends and family are even more lovable when they give you gifts on your birthday! :-) Big thanks to Ira for giving me my birthday gift request --- the Paulo Coelho Moments 2012 Planner! Thanks to everyone else also for the gifts and the greetings!
Much love,
-Lei-
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