Friday, February 10, 2012

Turned 34


Feeling blessed. I turned 34 yesterday. Happy to be growing older. The friends have been so nice to me. Gifts of thoughtful presents mostly sourced from independent crafters or in many cases, handmade, unexpectedly generous donations to my favorite charities, books (only if you know my reading habits and what are already on my bookshelves) and cards, plenty of gorgeous cards, loads of emails and wishes. I love them all. Thank you.

And the ang pows from the folks. Birthdays, fair enough, since the folks always prefer to give that than rack their brains to buy me presents that they're not sure if I would like. Told them to make a donation, and they'll still add on a present. So much for persuading them to adopt a new format of 'gifting'. FAIL. We're still getting ang pows for the lunar new year from various little pockets of the extended family. Came back to a pile of ang pows(At least we like these pockets of humans.) WHAT THE APPLE. Never mind, we simply pass it on or dunk that into their Christmas and birthday presents. :) What comes around, goes around, isn't it?

I live life the way I see fit, with no interest to pander to societal demands. If I die tomorrow, I'll have minimal or no regrets. I lack nothing, I want nothing, and I wish for nothing for myself. I'm content. Status quo isn't permanent, not really; I'm keenly aware of the incredible amount of blessings in my life to cherish, appreciate and share. What I do want, is to continue to serve the old folks and push for their causes, to volunteer my time and experience with marine conservation work, and for the people I love to live their lives with clarity, happiness and purpose.

19 comments:

Anonymous said...

you're a sweet imp. i read the last line "the people I love to live their lives with clarity, happiness and purpose" and i mist up.

Happy Birthday, Imp. You are very special to me too.
I wish you everything a nice gal like you deserves. Bless your kindness and sweet heart, always.
-misti

imp said...

misti: i'm not always a nice person. and i'm still not a nice person. thank you for your words. it's probably because you're nice, so therefore i'm nice to you. i'm the last person who'd be nice to someone randomly. heeeeeeee. but yes, i want those lovely wishes you've bestowed!

dreamlaughlive said...

Happy belated birthday, Imp! Such a beautiful piece you wrote. I've been reading your blog for years (!!) and I have always (secretly) admired how you lived; very principled and not letting up to societal pressures. Like :)

Missus Tay said...

happy birthday! to be able to feel contented is such a huge blessing. :)javascript:void(0)

supercoati said...

Happy Belated Birthday!

Jo said...

sweetness. clarity, happiness and purpose - amen amen amen! :)

kachunknorge said...

U R <3'd!

red fir said...

Happy Birthday imp! Growing older but beautifully. (:

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday imp!! I'm glad you had a good one, many more to come!!

imp said...

dreamlaughlive: in a way, i guess there're consequences, but i'll live with them. :) thank you!

missustay + supercoati + ice + thepleasuremonger: :) thanks!

kachunknorge: hugs.

Lady J said...

Really beautiful post u hv written here and Happy Birthday again Imp ;)

Anonymous said...

Happy belated Birthday Imp!! :) Wishing you all things wonderful!! :)

Xuan

Cavalock said...

Happy Belated Birthday! <^;^>

Anonymous said...

Happy belated birthday, Imp!
D

imp said...

ladyJ: xxxooo.

Xuan + cavalock + D: Never too late! Wishes are always welcomed! Thank you!

iceaster said...

Happy belated birthday. Been ages since we last met, also ben a while since I leave messages in your blog.Very happy to read the articles you post on your blog. Seems like you are enjoying every bit of your life. Wish you and your loved ones good health

M. said...

Super belated birthday greetings! God's blessings and peace be always with you.

wildgoose said...

happy birthday, imp. wishing you peace and joy always.

imp said...

iceaster: :) thank you! hope all is well with you too.

Thank you M, wildgoose!