Today's my birthday.

[rhiannon55]

I'm 55. How odd it feels, not because I realize that's kinda OLD (it is!), but because this year, age doesn't matter. Worrying about a number seems so trivial. That's good, really. Maybe I'm less shallow than I was when 40 knocked me over for a day. I've taken the day off work so I can enjoy my birthday, but my sweetie's at work, it's cold and rainy outside, and I'm watching political talking heads on tv. Well, and hanging out in DU. Feeling kind of depressed.

I've paid so much attention to the suffering in the world and the politics of it that I'm having a hard time remembering how to not pay attention so I can enjoy this one day.

Any words of wisdom? Other birthdays out there today? How's this year's birthday for you?

:party:

[johnnie]

1. "not because I realize that's kinda OLD"

Kinda? It IS old!..LOL, I am kidding..

Happy Birthday to you! I hope it is a great day for ya, and 55 isn't old at all. Hell, I'm ... well..ok, I'm only 42, but still..LOL

I'm just messin' with ya. Have fun today and be good!

[rhiannon55]

5. Thanks johnnie!

Thanks for making me laugh. I love your sense of humor. :toast:

[Gormy Cuss]

2. Happy Birthday!

It is ultimately just a birthday like any other since 55 doesn't add to you to the "legal to drink," "AARP membership candidate," or "Medicare recipient" clubs. This year I hit a "big" birthday yet to me it was no different than any other. I got over the 'big' birthday thing when I turned 30, LOL.

I do try to take a break from the problems of the world and any personal or family issues for the day. Heck, there are 364 other days to focus on that! Turn off the T.V. and stay out of any place on DU other than the lounge until tomorrow. Read or do whatever other indoor recreation suits your fancy.

[rhiannon55]

6. Gormy Cuss LOL!

Love your name! Your name just gave me my second laugh of the day. Thanks for that, and the advice. Turning off the tv and staying out of everywhere on DU except the lounge makes good sense. I'll consider it. :pals:

[helderheid]

3. Happy Birthday!

[rhiannon55]

8. Thanks helderheid!

I enjoy your posts. DU is a great place! :hi:

[ceile]

4. Mine too!

Happy BDay, rhiannon!

I know how you feel. I was going to take the day off, but I knew that I'd just sit around and watch the news feeling helpless, depressed and useless because I can't do anything to change the state of the world.
So, I'm at work trying to keep busy and looking forward to dinner and poker with my friends.

I'm 31 today and I feel super old! I have not accomplished any of the goals (yet) that I've set for myself and another year has passed to remind me of that fact. But all in all, I think this year is going to be great!

Libras rule! We can take what the world throws at us and throw it right back!

:party: :toast:

[rhiannon55]

9. Happy birthday ceile!

Libras DO rule!

You are so smart to have gone to work today. I think I just set myself up for some birthday blues, staying home by myself on a rainy Monday.

Thanks for being here. Friends rock--even virtual ones! :yourock:

[ceile]

10. Raining here too.

I know that if I'd stayed home, I'd probably be half way through a bottle of wine by know and cussing at the idiots on the idiot box.
Chin up! :yourock:

[Haole Girl]

17. Happy Birthday to you, too, ceile !

:party: :hi: :hug:

[ceile]

19. Thanks, KC2!!

[Drum]

7. Just grew into your username?

:party: Happy Birthday! :party:

[rhiannon55]

11. I believe I did!

It's fitting me more and more as I get older. Welsh underworld Goddess that She was, and all...

Hey I like your name. Here's a coinky dink: I got a lovely new drum for my birthday! :party: :party:

[Drum]

14. New drum, that's good news!

Now send out some good vibrations from the Underworld...those who are topside can use the positivity! ;)
:hi:

[rhiannon55]

46. Oh, you meant the "55" part of my user name...

That, too! Thanks, Drum! :hi:

[Drum]

48. ...

;)

[bridgit]

12. Happy B-Day, rhiannon55...

:hi: :bounce: :party:

[rhiannon55]

20. Thanks bridgit

You have another fine old celtic name! :toast:

[bridgit]

22. yes'im...

:toast:

[Haole Girl]

13. Happy Birthday to you!!

:party: :hi:

I had a similar birthday this year. Want to hear about it? I got the brilliant idea, since it was on a weekday, to just take the day off....and (get this) go to the Dentist, then immediately drive an hour to see a sick friend, and then go to an attorney and draw up my will. By the end of the day, I was exhausted and depressed. I remember, even though my husband took me out to dinner, I felt sad and alone at the end of the day. Some things happened, while I was running all over town, that I won't get into.

I guess I told you this story so you'll know you are not alone. It's hard, when it's supposed to be a special day, to feel sad...but, I bet, a lot of people do, on various birthdays of their lives.

Next year, you and I will have to make a promise to ourselves: we'll have to do something fun (and only fun)...how's that?

As far as too much news? Well, just hang out here in the lounge a bit.

:hug: :grouphug: :hug:

[rhiannon55]

23. What a kind response, KC2

Thanks for telling me your sad birthday story--it does help in a weird way. And thanks for all the hugs. I feel better just knowing so many great people like you are in the world with me. :loveya:

[buddhamama]

15. Happy Birthday, rhiannon !

age is just a number...

You are 55 yrs young today. :)

Many Blessings! :toast:

[rhiannon55]

24. Thanks buddhamama!

Wow. The names creative people choose for themselves! Love it!

And you're right. Age is just a number. Actually a double digit like 55 is pretty cool...

Blessing back to you! :hug:

[newyawker99]

16. Happy Birthday rhiannon55!!

:party:



:toast:

[rhiannon55]

25. Thanks, newyawker99!

:pals:

[BuelahWitch]

18. I thought I was going to meet you Saturday

Did you just decide you weren't going to the Meetup?

Oh, and Happy Birthday! :hi:

[rhiannon55]

26. Thanks, classic

I hope to meet you at the next one! :hi:

[underpants]

21. Happy Birthday

:party:

[rhiannon55]

27. Thanks underpants!

Adorable name!

Gotta go, my grandbabies have arrived for a surprise b-day visit!

[cwydro]

28. I'm not too far behind you woman

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I never get depressed on my birthday, must have missed out on that gene. The day is not over yet...make it a great one!

[rhiannon55]

29. Thanks, cwydro

This thread full of well-wishes has lifted my spirits considerably! And now my sweet hubby's home. Better and better!:bounce:

[u4ic]

30. Happy Birthday, rhiannon55!

:bounce: :toast: :bounce:

This year I turned 40, and went out and had a blast.

To hell with numbers, I say. :D

(hope the rest of your day is great!)

[rhiannon55]

35. Thanks u4ic!

It has been a great day! It really started turning around with this thread. I've never visited the lounge much, but I like it here. Sometimes we need to get away from political angst and intrigue for a little while, I guess.

DUers are very cool.

:hippie:

[Kajsa]

31. Happy birthday, Rhiannon55.

You just turned my age!
Class of '69 in High School?

What a rockin time to be growing up-
heck, I'm still growing up.

Hope you have a great birthday.

:party: :toast: :party: :toast: :party:

[rhiannon55]

38. Thanks Kajsa!

Actually, class of '70--started kindergarten late.

It HAS been quite a half century, hasn't it? Maybe we'll be around for another 50 years or so. That way we'll have time to finish growing up;)

[lavenderdiva]

32. Happy Birthday, rhiannon55!!

We're having a rainy day here too- However, I am sending you this birthday cake and a Happy Birthday song to brighten your special day!




I hope you make lots of wonderful Birthday wishes, and that each one comes true for you!!

[rhiannon55]

39. Wow, lavenderdiva!

My first virtual birthday cake and song! How sweet! Thank you so much! Here's a hug for you::hug:

[BarenakedLady]

33. Happy Birthday!

I hope you had a wonderful day.

:party:

[rhiannon55]

40. Wow, thanks BarenakedLady!

Love your name!

And yes, I really did have a wonderful day. In spite of myself. You guys all helped a lot!

:hi:

[SeattleGirl]

34. Happy birthday, rhiannon55!!!

I just turned 51 yesterday, but my mind is only 30!

Now, grab the remote and change the channel. You don't need to invite the talking heads to your birthday party. :party:

[rhiannon55]

41. Hi SeattleGirl, thanks!

Happy birthday to you, too! :party: :party:

Thanks for the birthday wishes and thanks for reminding me to ban those talking heads from my party (although I HAD to invite Jon Stewart tonight--couldn't help it. He's just so much fun!) :party:

[Broken_Hero]

36. Happy Birthday :)

:party: :hi:

[rhiannon55]

42. Hey thanks, petersond!

:toast:

[proud2BlibKansan]

37. Happy Birthday rhiannon!

Mine was 2 weeks ago and I am 2 years younger than you. I understand what you are saying about trying to enjoy your birthday while the country falls apart. maybe next year?

[rhiannon55]

43. Hi proud

Thanks. Yeah, it's strange celebrating anything, with the world on fire. But, I guess when the world's on fire, we have to find pleasure in and treasure the small moments. All these lovely birthday posts have brought me much pleasure. I've also had a visit from my daughter and grandbabies, had phone calls from my other daughters and grandbabies (who live out of state), gone out with my sweetie and enjoyed Indian food and attended a lecture on campus by Richard Dawkins--and watched the Daily Show. And the night's not quite over yet.

All in all, a good day. Good vibes all around! :grouphug:

[NanceGreggs]

44. Happy birthday, dear Rhiannon ...

... she who rings like a bell in the night.

"Wouldn't you LOVE to love her?"

Yes, and we all do!

[rhiannon55]

45. Aww, Nance!

That's so sweet! Thank you so much! Thanks for coming to my virtual birthday party! :loveya: :hug: :party:

I will say it again: I love DUers! I can't tell you how much you all cheered me up! :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug:

[NewWaveChick1981]

47. Happy birthday a little late!

:hi: :party: :toast: I turned 43 this year back in May, and it was a pretty good day. :) 40 was a little tough, but I realized that it's just a number. In the last three years or so, I feel like I've really gotten my act together, and it's great to be the age I am. :D

[rhiannon55]

50. Thanks NewWaveChick!

Yeah, turning 40 was the worst for me, but it's gotten better since then. This year, it wasn't my age that depressed me as much as the sad state of affairs in the world. DU has helped my mood, that's for sure!

Thank you for the birthday blessings! :party: :toast: :hi:

[BlueStater]

49. Happy birthday...a day late

Here's to many more happy years.

[rhiannon55]

51. Thanks, BlueStater!

Many more HAPPY years would be lovely. To that end, let's do what we can to turn ALL the states blue!

Cheers! :toast: