REASONS I WAS NOT SO THRILLED ABOUT THIS YEAR'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

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I read a post on Facebook, precisely on Headstart community group. The writer was not so keen on celebrating his birthday this year and immediately, I could relate to that feeling.

My birthday was barely two months ago and unlike previous years when I was fascinated and even threw a small get together, I was skeptical about this year's. If possible, I wanted to become invisible on that day then come back the next day. I just did not want any drama associated with birthday: calls, pouring of water, messages and all. 

Now, do not get me wrong. Being skeptical does not mean I did not appreciate God for the privilege of being alive to witness another new beginning. Of course! I did. But rather than receive calls and get carried away by wishes, I wanted a time for self reflection. A lone time to just think and think about how to utilize the new year and develop my capability. All of me wanted a meeting; a meeting with my head and thinking faculty about the way forward. 

This was not just another year, it is my first year as a graduate; a year that ushered me into adulthood. No, I am not 18. I have passed that age since forever. In simple terms, reality dawned on me that I have to take charge of my life. I was no longer the "little" Mobola. I am a grown woman, full of potentials yet to be explored.


However, despite the fact that I did not post on any social media, I still got calls and wishes from family and friends which I so much appreciate. My neighbours also poured water on me even when I thought the day was over. I received a wonderful gift too.

I think I can officially wish myself a BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY.

Have you ever been skeptical about celebrating your birthday? Share your thoughts/experience in the comment section. You can also ask me any question. Remember, I love you all.

Comments

  1. HRM_The StoryTellerMay 22, 2020 at 5:48 PM

    Plenty times...not just my birthday
    There are days I just wish to be alone to think and plan

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  2. UnknownMay 22, 2020 at 5:48 PM

    We all want to be better...but give thanks always

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    1. MobolaMay 22, 2020 at 6:07 PM

      Yeah. A better future is what we pray for.

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  3. HenryKayMay 22, 2020 at 6:46 PM

    I am more than skeptical when it comes to my birthdays......I always seek solitude when that day comes knocking.

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    1. MobolaMay 22, 2020 at 7:20 PM

      Oh wow. The paramount thing is finding comfort in your solitude.

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  4. Olaniyi OlawunmiMay 22, 2020 at 7:02 PM

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  5. Eddie LeviMay 22, 2020 at 11:31 PM

    I love being alone some of the time if not most.

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    1. MobolaMay 22, 2020 at 11:49 PM

      Thank you for taking out time to comment, Eddie.

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  6. EK TiGERMay 23, 2020 at 12:10 AM

    Feeling lone is a lifestyle I've only celebrated one birthday since I could make decision so I can relate to this

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    1. MobolaMay 23, 2020 at 9:40 AM

      One? Eheeee

      I think I am loving that lifestyle but then, loneliness should not be encouraged

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  7. UnknownMay 23, 2020 at 5:24 AM

    Wow. I think this happens as we grow up though. But I love my birthdays anyways.

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    1. MobolaMay 23, 2020 at 9:41 AM

      Birthday baby, you still owe cakes though.

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    2. UnknownMay 23, 2020 at 11:20 PM

      We owe each other cake baby.😄😄😄

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  8. TemmyMay 23, 2020 at 8:25 AM

    Lol!
    I don't like celebrating my birthdays, not even a small get together. I always just like to be alone and do whatever comes to mind "alone".
    That's just how i feel.

    Thanks for sharing Mobola. I hope your potentials are fully maximized and have a heart soothing return.

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  9. OmotayoMay 23, 2020 at 12:50 PM

    Hmmmmnnn 🤔 birthdays. I'm nor really even moved when I hear this, because all my life, my birthday has been low-key. So ooo... I grew up not seeing anything special about it.
    In fact this year own ehhhhnn, I felt like living planet Earth and coming back when it's all over

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    1. MobolaMay 25, 2020 at 11:01 AM

      Go to Mars, dear. We'd be waiting for you there.

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  10. UniquePromiseMay 23, 2020 at 11:25 PM

    While growing up,mum stopped celebrating my birthday at age 5 because I always fall sick on my birthdays

    Ever since... I've always looked forward to growing up and being able to throw parties on my birthday

    Now, am a grown-up and t doesn't interest me any longer...I love my privacy always abeg...I only do the little I do so that people won't think I'm weird

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    1. MobolaMay 25, 2020 at 11:00 AM

      I'm so sorry about that.

      The being weird aspect is the great deal. You know, people just start looking at you somehow when you don't radiate with joy on that day.

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  11. Enahoro OkupaMay 25, 2020 at 11:56 AM

    Growing up I always loved celebrating my birthdays in "my own way"
    Birthdays can mean anything for different people.
    For me its always a day to reflect on the last chapter and start another chapter hopefully with 365 pages.

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    1. MobolaMay 28, 2020 at 9:46 PM

      "In my own way", I love that and oh yes birthday means different things to different people.

      By the way, I love what you did on your 25th birthday. I might just follow suit too.

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    2. Enahoro OkupaMay 29, 2020 at 8:19 PM

      Thank you Mobola
      I may had written something about my past but trust me some of those chapters would become questionable as time passes
      My little advice to you would be to keep some chapters unpublished only as manuscripts.
      I know you would figure this out

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    3. MobolaDecember 22, 2020 at 11:12 PM

      I understand even the unspoken words

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  12. AmyJune 2, 2020 at 12:01 PM

    I always liked my birthday but this year was kinda different. I ended up celebrating but I almost didn't, I guess most of it was just the sadness of the world really. I didn't think I deserve to celebrate it

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    1. MobolaDecember 22, 2020 at 11:11 PM

      So many happenings around. However, it does not mean you don't deserve to. You might celebrate it in solitude thinking of ways to make the world a better place.

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  13. UnknownJune 12, 2020 at 2:33 PM

    My last birthday wasn't it at all... Not like it's always it but I just wanted to be alone eating pringles and fried chicken with cold plain hollandia yoghurt.. I feel like birthdays are kinda overhyped..

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    1. MobolaDecember 22, 2020 at 11:09 PM

      To some extent, they are but I feel it's the best time to restrategize

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  14. OluwapelumiDecember 15, 2020 at 9:16 AM

    This year's, it could be one of my worst birthdays...everyo ev was excited about the day, except the owner of the day😂

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