Monday, November 14, 2011

Happy Birthday


I am a loud person. I talk, a lot. I smile and greet and try to make everyone I meet feel good.

When I am sad, or mad it is very obvious. I am quiet and withdrawn, and I don't really give a shit if you feel good.

Today I must have had 15 people ask me if I was alright.

"You okay?"

"You sure seem quiet."

"Are you not feeling well?"

"What's wrong?'

And I didn't have a good answer for any of them.

It didn't seem right to say,
"Well, it's my mom's birthday today and I haven't been able to kiss her or suprise her with a balloon or maybe a flower or take her out to dinner in over 20 years because she is dead."
I just don't think that is the answer any of them were looking for.

4 comments:

  1. This world lost a bright light when she left it. I miss her too .....

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  2. Those special days and anniversaries sure do throw you for a loop, even after many years - I can relate. Wishing you brighter days....

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  3. Huggs...our moms are drinking beer and eating chips together today..happy birthday to both...ugh..I remember making toast and coffee with cream for her in bed...miss them....

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