It’s My Birthday!

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Hello friends! And yes…today is my birthday!!

Covid birthdays…am I right?

I saw this meme the other day, and it said…“I’m not adding this year to my age, I didn’t use it!”

Which…I’m not going to lie…I was like, fist pumping, and all…”that’s right, girl! You tell ’em!” — all the while, mentally adopting that mindset.

But the more I think about it…nah. That’s actually not what I’m going to do.

Sure, getting older, as a young woman, is never fun. There are pressures that come with age, be it career wise, where-you-are-in-life wise, marriage/family wise. Pressures that…log onto social media for 15 seconds, and you’ll instantly be bombarded with…where everyone else my age “is” on the timeline of “societally dictated benchmarks.”

But I’ve adopted a new mindset that has been incredibly freeing, and truly has given me so much joy and peace.

And that is the truth that getting older is a privilege that isn’t afforded to everyone.

I have been around the sun enough times to realize, and also experience first (or second) hand….that life is incredibly fragile, and we are not promised tomorrow.

I think, given this whole Covid situation, we all have come to a new appreciation of that, recently.

But this aspect of “not using” the precious, precious time we’ve been given? That’s just not going to fly in my book.

This life — every moment…whether we’re quarantined, whether we’re scraping to get by, whether we’re vacationing, whether we’re just trucking along… every single moment is a blessing, and one never to take for granted.

Sure, quarantine has been different, but it has honestly been an incredibly special time. Yes, I miss my parents and family every single gosh darn day, and would give my left leg to be able to fly home and visit them….but this time has really allowed me to grow friendships and relationships that matter.

Quarantine and social distancing has really allowed the “cream to rise to the top,” if that makes any sense whatsoever. It’s really pulled into crystal-clear focus the relationships that I want to cultivate, even when it’s inconvenient, or a little bit risky health-wise, or willing to risk getting caught in the rain at the park for.

And as a result, I’ve really grown super close with “my people.” Because not only have they become a priority in my life, but we survived a pandemic together. And that means something.

So…all that to say…I’m really grateful to have the immense privilege and blessing to have another year under my belt. And even though my pride may not want to admit I’m getting “older”…the fact of the matter is that, I have so much to be grateful for…and life is certainly one of them.

So — I hope you have a wonderful evening. I’m going to go meet up with “my people” right now, and have a little socially distanced, SMALL, outdoor get together, and celebrate, COVID-style!

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433 thoughts on “It’s My Birthday!”

  2. The world was blessed with your beauty on this very special day.
    Thank you for being so truly great with the amazing personality you portray.

    Your grace cannot be matched as it’s unique in every way.
    Your heart cannot be snatched as you give love freely anyway.

    What I wish for you is for all your dreams to come shining through.
    What I pray for you is for your success, which is overdue.

    Happy birthday to you from someone who truly appreciates you.
    Happy birthday to you for all the good work that you always do.

    Happy Birthday Caralyn

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    1. Oh my gosh I am so touched by this. Thank you for the beautiful prayer and for al your kindness!! It means the world 🙂 Hugs and love xox

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  7. Ow~ so late to the party 😭 Congratulations dear~🎉🎉🎉🙈 May all your wishes come true!! and from my part i wish you many more years in life happy and healthy and most importantly safe, you and all your loved ones~ 🥰 and you look so pretty 😭🥰🥰🥰 hope you had a great time sister~ 🥰🥰🥰

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    1. Aw thank you so much Yiena! That is so sweet of you 🙂 it was SUCH a great time. I’m walking away from this weekend feeling so loved 🙂 thank you my dear friend. Hugs and love xox

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  8. Happy birthday! August 6th is a great day; it is my wife and my 37th wedding anniversary!
    Blessings and many more to you,
    Pastor Chuck

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    1. Thank you so much! And oh my gosh happy anniversary! 37 years…that is really something to celebrate! Blessings Chuck! Hugs and love xox

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  12. Cool! I’m constantly amazed at how many people have August births. Mine was the 1st, my nephew, the 2nd, my brother, the third, and several others 5th, 6th and one coming up on the 11th! Happy Birthday!!!

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    1. Thank you so much Jolie!! And happy belated to you!! I know – there are SO MANY august birthdays!! Hugs and love xox

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  14. The happiest of birthdays to you! I hope you have a truly stellar year ahead with lots of memorable moments and adventures. In everything you do, may you be surrounded by great friends and loved ones and immersed in God’s love!

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    1. Thank you so much TaVon! And HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you!!! That’s so exciting 🙂 hooray for august! Hugs and love xox

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  19. You’re right, every moment of life is precious and the time is not coming back.It is also very valuable in our ages. Each age has its own beauty, experience and memory.Happy birthday to you♥️. I hope your new age brings you happiness, health, peace and all the things you want.

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  20. Hope your birthday was the happiest and grooviest it could be during a pandemic! Thanks for sharing your stories and strength with us!!

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  21. Thanks be to God for adding another glorious year free of sickness and sorrow. May He give the grace to celebrate it for many, many more years to the glory of His name in the name of Jesus christ.
    HAPPY BIRTHDAY

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  23. Happy birthday Caralyn! Love you 💛✨ thank you for sharing your life, your truth and your faith with us readers over the years. It’s been great getting to know you virtually. I wish you happiness, joy, peace and love this year. May God continue to bless you.

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    1. Thank you so much! Oh my gosh that’s beautiful. I agree! I’m grateful that our paths crossed!! Big hugs to you 💛

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  26. Its a bit late but hope you had a happy birthday. My husband and one grandchild birthday celebrations today 🙂 they also had birthdays this week. Many blessings

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    1. Thank you so much Jenette! And happy birthday to them!! Yes – it was an amazing birthday! Hugs and love xox

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  31. O G_d, our times are in your hands. Look with favor, we pray, on your servant Caralyn, as she begins another year. Grant that she may grow in wisdom and grace, and strengthen her trust in your goodness all the days of her life; through Jesus, Christ our Lord. Amen.

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  37. Happy Birthday a couple of days late. I hope it was a blessed one.

    I look at my age as a testimony of how far God has brought me. As that number gets bigger, I’m more and more in awe of God. 🙂🙂🙂

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    1. Aw thank you so much! Gosh I am so incredibly touched by such generous words! Have a great day! Hugs and love xox

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    1. Oh my gosh, what timing! Yes! At least you were able to sneak in a celebration, normal style! Haha thanks For stopping by! Hugs and love xox

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  45. Heyyyy hoooraa August ina , Happy Birthday , mine was 13 August. Hope you had a great day on your day. Praying Gods favour and continue blessing to your life for the year ahead. You are awesome. Keep shining 😀🥳🥳😷🤗🤗

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      1. I’m sad that I missed your birthday but it’s been many years since I got anything done on time. My Mother-in-law passed 93 on August 8th. Perhaps I will get it right next year with her as a reminder. God bless. Stay safe.

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      2. oh gosh, i am so sorry for your loss. may she rest in peace, Jerrie. sending so much love xox

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  47. Please accept my blessings and wishes, rejoicing in the celebration of your birth! My deepest gratitude to your parents in their saying, “Yes” to God, and one another. Here’s to another year celebrating the gift who is Caralyn.

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    1. aw, Teri, you’re so sweet, thank you so much! I am seriously so touched by this! yes! grateful for life!!! hope you’re having a great week so far! Hugs and love xox

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