"I had to convince myself it was my birthday, the magical feeling from previous years had disapated."
Good Evening Everyone,
Today I turned 19.
Although originally not looking forward to the day, I have to say today has been nice so far. I won't be able to comment on the whole day, as this post has to be up for 7pm, but I'll update this tomorrow.
Everyone over the age of 15 knows that the build up to a birthday is much more exciting than the actual day. Or that's at least the way it's been for me. It doesn't mean the day is any less special, but it can come as a bit of an anti-climax unless you're doing anything super special.
I "prepared" for the big day beforehand, by spending my last day as an eighteen-year-old doing what I love best. Shopping, cooking, and trying out new things. So I attempted clothes shopping in the town centre, went to LUSH, and had a barbeque - and spent a couple hours watching the F.A. Cup Final. (For my British readers, I've always supported Arsenal ;) )
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| Dad topping up the chips.. |
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| Cupcake Fresh Facial Mask, "The Comforter" Bath Bar |
After spending a while with the family, I went upstairs to run a bath to unwind from the day, and hopefully relieve some symptoms from my weeklong flu episode... It helped a bit. The pink water made me smile? Aha.
After my first peaceful night's sleep in Lord knows how long (I have Insomnia), I woke up to the smell of buttered toast and bacon.
I snuck downstairs into the front room to then be greeted by hugs, happy birthdays, and my parent's joint effort at poached eggs (my favourite), bacon and toast. It was exceptional for a first attempt.
And, of course, my parents are a lot more talented than this, and would usually do a big fry up, but they know I'm not a huge fan of big breakfasts - this was amazing just the way it was.
They then gave me my presents. I was ecstatic.
I am so so grateful for the above. I have wanted a record player for the longest time. This birthday was already special, but the above made it that much better.
It seems like a random gift unless you really, really know me. I love music - in a serious way. I like most, if not all genres and appreciate the raw, old sound a vinyl record provides. I mean, aren't they stunning too? If I never listen to another record, I could spend the rest of my days just looking at them (I'm not even ashamed, I don't care).
The two record's I was gifted carry a sentimental value. Marvin Gaye, of course, is a brilliant artist... but Ronny Jordan? One of my all-time favourite artists, and my uncle -late Uncle. I miss him, so receiving one of his albums on vinyl? For my birthday? I can't describe the feeling. His cover of So What is my favourite song by him, if you like Acid Jazz - I'd go have a listen.
The day isn't over yet, but I will continue to update as the day goes on... We're about to leave for dinner, so I'll update this as I go or make sure you check back tomorrow for the final finished post..
I hope you enjoyed the post nonetheless, and I hope you all had a good day,
Christina x
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