My 29th birthday, or the beginning of my 30th rotation around the sun, has officially beat the many “firsts” I had as a child.
- My first 2-digit birthday
- My first sip of liquer on my 15th birthday
- My first birthday without my parents
My 29th birthday was a surprise visit by my mother, my creator. Thanks to my dearest life partner, I welcomed this day with the one person who has given up everything in her power to put me first.
This visit has unlocked a new emotion in my heart: self-directed genuine celebration.
No longer will the codependence ensure every other superficial need is fulfilled before doing what I must do to live and survive. Instead, any act resembling this will be intentional, with a purpose.
I will plan, act, and fulfill acts with a higher intention.
Sakura R. Ando, 29 years old.
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