KIN Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Today is my birthday. I talked to my mom this morning (I had to call her about something) and she never even mentioned my birthday. It isn't the first birthday she's forgotten (my parents forgot my 16th b-day for crying out loud!), and I'm sure it won't be the last. But, it still hurts every single time. O.K., I just had to get that out and off my chest. Please pray that I can give this up, move on and enjoy my day! Quote
Amy loves Bud Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 (((((KIN))))) I"m sorry about that. I do know how that feels. Anyway, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! :party: Quote
Mom2legomaniacs Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug: I am so sorry that she disappointed you like that. I know the feeling. It is miserable. I hope you can realize that you are very special regardless of her mistake. I truly hope you have a fantabulously splendiferous birthday!!!!:party: Quote
Jennifer in MI Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Oh, I'm so sorry!! :grouphug: How did she forget your 16th birthday???? Did you say something? Wow! Here's hoping that they're throwing you a HUGE surprise party tonight and that your mom just didn't talk to you about your birthday because she was afraid she'd slip up. Quote
Sue G in PA Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Oh, Kathy. :grouphug: I'm so sorry your mother hurt you so. Forgetting your birthday is simply horrible. Well, not that this makes up for it, but *I* hope you have a TERRIFIC, SPECTACULAR, FABULOUS day today in celebration of YOU! Happy Birthday, Kathy! :D Quote
Remudamom Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Happy birthday. Tell your kids and dh that you want to be spoiled all day. Big hugs to you! Quote
rockermom Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Today is my birthday. I talked to my mom this morning (I had to call her about something) and she never even mentioned my birthday. It isn't the first birthday she's forgotten (my parents forgot my 16th b-day for crying out loud!), and I'm sure it won't be the last. But, it still hurts every single time. O.K., I just had to get that out and off my chest. Please pray that I can give this up, move on and enjoy my day! Happy Birthday!!! I know it isn't the same coming from someone you don't know.. but I hope your day gets better. Quote
A.J. at J.A. Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! :hurray::hurray::hurray: So weird!! I just looked at the bottom of your post and saw you are married to Phil for 15 years. I'm married to "Philip" and we just celebrated our 15th anniversary on May 15. I also have a 9yr son and a 7yr son so that is funny too. Too bad you don't live closer, we could get the boys together! Angela Quote
michaeljenn Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Well, at least you talk to your mom. My mom does not call, niether does my dad. Can you tell I am from a broken family?? However I did want to say Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear KIN Happy Birthday to you!!!:party::party: Quote
crazycoffeechic Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 I have to call my dad and remind him of my birthday, if I don't he will forget, sometimes he still forgets.:) :party:Happy Birthday Kathy!!:party: Quote
3lilreds in NC Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Kathy, I'm sorry - I can't imagine my mom forgetting my birthday. I agree with the pp who said you need to tell your family to spoil you rotten today! HAPPY BIRTHDAY! :party: Quote
Quiver0f10 Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 So sorry, but I hope you have a wonderful Birthday! Quote
mysticamethyst Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 I am sorry she didnt' remember, it does hurt. Happy Birthday toKIN. I hope you can enjoy the rest of your special day, make it all about mom day.:party::party::party: Quote
Kelli in TN Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Happy birthday. Tell your kids and dh that you want to be spoiled all day. Big hugs to you! Absolutely. Positively. Without a doubt. :grouphug: Quote
Shenan Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 :party: HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! :party::party::party: PS- I have one of those mother's too! Quote
Brigitte Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug: I am sorry. btdt, but no advice to offer. I hope the rest of your day is better. Quote
TammyinTN Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Happy Birthday! You should load up and go do something fun today!:grouphug: Quote
G5052 Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 It may be aging though. My mom was forgetful and rather socially insensitive to others in the year or so before she was diagnoses with small vessel disease (mini-strokes). Not that she was always the kindest, more wonderful person, but she was a lot better before aging caught up with her. Quote
jail warden Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Sorry Kathy! I know how bad that hurts.:grouphug: Happy Birthday! Quote
Tracey in TX Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 HaPpY BiRtHdAy tO YoU!!:party::party::party: :cheers2: raising my coffee mug to you as we 'speak'. Prost!:cheers2: Quote
Once Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Happy Birthday! :grouphug: I hope your day is wonderful inspite of the start!! Quote
DB in NJ Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Today is my birthday. I talked to my mom this morning (I had to call her about something) and she never even mentioned my birthday. It isn't the first birthday she's forgotten (my parents forgot my 16th b-day for crying out loud!), and I'm sure it won't be the last. But, it still hurts every single time. O.K., I just had to get that out and off my chest. Please pray that I can give this up, move on and enjoy my day! :grouphug: I'm sorry, Kathy. Unfortunately, I know how that feels. Happy Birthday to You!! :party: :party: :party: Quote
PrairieAir Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 I'm sorry, Kathy! FWIW, my mom didn't call on my birthday or on the middle two kids' birthdays (June and July b-days). I thought it was a little weird, but it didn't bother me much. I did think about how she would be very hurt and upset if the situation was reversed. I always make sure to call her on her birthday even though we live close by and usually see her sometime around then to celebrate it. Quote
unsinkable Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Happy Birthday, Kathy! Hope you have a great one! P.S. Could you call your mom back and say something to remind her? Maybe she just got confused about the date? Quote
PiCO Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 My philosophy has always been- if I want someone to remember my birthday, I remind them a month before, a week before, and a day before. I wish people would help me out the same way. Happy Birthday! Quote
Denise in IN Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug: I'm so sorry....that has to hurt. I hope your day turns out to be a great one. Happy Birthday! Quote
momofkhm Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug: :grouphug: Happy Birthday to you! :party: Quote
Andie Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Today is my birthday. I talked to my mom this morning (I had to call her about something) and she never even mentioned my birthday. It isn't the first birthday she's forgotten (my parents forgot my 16th b-day for crying out loud!), and I'm sure it won't be the last. But, it still hurts every single time. O.K., I just had to get that out and off my chest. Please pray that I can give this up, move on and enjoy my day! I'm so sorry you're hurting. My mom didn't forget mine Monday, but she did call and sing, which is painful in a different way. Hope your day gets better! Here's to a WONDERFUL year ahead! Quote
Doran Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Isn't it a shame that life can't ever be like it is in the picture books? Oh, wait, come to think of it, all the picture book kids are orphaned or have evil stepmothers. Still...it's the principle! I'm so sorry. Here's to you and to a brighter, more joyful, wishes come true rest of your day! Quote
Big Buckin' Longhorn Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Try to have a great day anyway. It's Friday, which means no one can cook in my house. :party:Go out to dinner, have a couple of margaritas :cheers2: and have a fabulous birthday dinner! Quote
Desert Rat Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Happy Birthday! Have a great day! I hope you can get past your hurt. If you do, will you let me know so I can figure it out myself?! :o) Quote
sleepy Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Happy Birthday, Kathy! Hope you have a great day! :001_smile: Quote
Amy in Orlando Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 :party::party: Happy Birthday! My mom (and dh and kids and everyone) forgot my 40th. It feels terrible. I hope you have a wonderful day despite the rough start. Quote
Sugarfoot Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 I hope you have a wonderful day, in spite of her forgetfulness:grouphug: Quote
KIN Posted July 11, 2008 Author Posted July 11, 2008 Thanks for the wishes and sympathy everyone. :) This isn't the first birthday my mom has forgotten and won't be the last I'm sure. She is just a bit too wrapped up in her work. But, my boys made me a cake, I got together with friends, went out for lunch, splurged on school stuff at Target, had a call from my brother and my dad, and I'm going out with dh and the kids for supper. So, all in all a good day. :) Quote
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