A Birthday State of Mind
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In March, my best friend hosted a mini-Quince party for her oldest. Turning 15 is huge in Cuban culture — with dance parties and big white dresses. Samantha’s style is more laid back and artistic, so she opted for a smaller party with friends where they painted on canvas. I visited a few days later, and she showed me a mug that she’d presented as a party gift to each friend for joining her birthday celebration.
On the side of the white ceramic mug, I read the words “Live Each Day Like it’s Your Birthday.” I snapped a picture of the mug and immediately said, “I see a blog post here.”
On Sunday, my friends Lolita and Carolyn took me out to lunch to start this year’s birthday festivities. We ordered an ice cream cake dessert with 3 spoons.
I took several days off from work this week to enjoy the sunshine and sand at the beach with my husband, and there are several surprises in boxes waiting for me at home.
On Friday, I’m having dinner out with my bestie, and on Saturday we will meet my parents for stroganoff at my favorite restaurant.
I may be celebrating all month. “Ain’t nobody gonna to steal my joy” right now.
What if I were to live each day with a birthday attitude? I could wake up each day and put on a party hat that spreads cheer in this broken world.
How to Live with a Birthday State of Mind
- Remember you are special: You have gifts and strengths that bring joy to this world. Let your little light shine and love with reckless abandon. You are here to proclaim His praises (I Peter 2:9).
- Anticipate a celebration: Focus on the glory to come. On your birthday there is cake and presents, but as a child of God, we look forward with expectation to sitting at His banqueting table (II Peter 3:13).
- Spend time with your loves: On special days, we spend time enjoying our people, but we must remember that every day is a gift. Don’t let busy rob you from the blessing of intimate fellowship today. Be fully present with your people (Hebrews 10:23-25).
- Reflect on how far you’ve come: Birthdays are mile markers in life. It’s good to sit down and reflect on how we’ve grown in wisdom and overcome mountains with God in our corner. But, we don’t have to wait for our birthday to “remember” God’s handiwork. Spend some time today looking back at your week and noting how God has whispered to your heart. Jot a few things down in a journal or notebook for safe keeping (Psalm 105:1-5).
Make each day a celebration of God’s goodness and grace.
Something to think about…
How fun, Lyli!! I love the idea of living each day like its my birthday. When it’s my birthday I always feel special, loved and appreciated. I can feel like that everyday, knowing who I am in Christ! Thanks for this thought provoking moment. I’ll be sharing for sure!
I’m so glad your site is back up in time for this special post! Wishing you a happy birthday all month long, my friend!
Ha! Computer glitches shall not steal the birthday joy (I had to say that several times!)
Great tips!
Now to do them.
Have a happy day! 🙂
Lyli,
What a joyful attitude and way to live. Thank you 🙂 Praying you experience his joy and love in greater and greater measure. Praying the same for your loved ones 🙂
Thank you for praying, Dolly. It means so much to me. xo
Love that line and thought and lifestyle! I did just eat a brownie and get a haircut so that’s sorta like a birthday day! Thanks, Lyli and don’t always get three spoons…one will do.
Lyli, what a great idea! Living every day as if it were our birthday is a great way to spread cheer. Many blessings to you!
As someone who celebrated his 50th birthday a few weeks ago, I agree with you Lyli! I have been enjoying celebrating all month long! I appreciate that God still has me here six years after the stroke. I have enjoyed and will continue enjoying being around friends and family. Ben Hur and dinner this weekend with my best buds! Like you said, nothing will compare to celebrating with our Savior but I’m thankful for the time He has blessed me with here. May my life make an impact for His glory! Hope you have a wonderful birthday month and may God continue to richly bless you and yours!
Thank you, Horace. Greater things are yet to come. 🙂
Oh, yeah! Let the month-long party begin!
Lyli such sweet thoughts.
Thanks for the link-up.
What a lovely idea, Lyli. More real to me because I’m hosting my second birthday party this month on Tuesday! Last week, it was my sister, and now it’s my daughter!
I love celebrating special days with my loves. Make sure to take pictures. 🙂
LOVE THIS! Any one that knows me well, knows that I celebrate my birthday in June ALL month long! So I can totally relate! Birthday attitudes are the best and every day should be a BLESSING, not just our actual birthdays. 🙂
Yvette, thank for leaving a comment on my blog. You are too sweet! Love your celebratory, adventurous heart that loves big. That man is blessed to have you as his wife. xo
May you be lavished with God’s blessings this year!
You bless me, sweet friend. Thankful for you.
Happy Belated Birthday, Lyli! I love your tips to celebrating! I hope your week was wonderful!!! Blessings, sweet friend!
Thanks, Lori 🙂