Dear Katrine Nielsen:

Thank you, and likewise: it is a huge relief for me to know that I was/ am not alone!!!

“There are so many expectations that you are supposed enjoy your birthday, and people always assume you have a big party when your birthday is on that particular day!“- I totally relate and this is why I no longer tell people (except that I told you) the date of my birthday, nor do I celebrate it on this date.

“X and Y invited me to join their party and I’m gonna go even though I’m gonna be very nervous! A very happy New Year and a happy birthday tomorrow!“- thank you! I hope that you enjoy your time with X and Y and that you will be calmer than you expect to be. Happy New Year and Happy Birthday to you!

anita