It's my birthday & I'll cry if I want to
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| Thu, 02-19-2004 - 10:31am |
Today is my birthday, which MM well knows - he's my boss, and his office is next door to the area I work in, where my coworkers have set up a cake, banners, balloons, etc. MM has been out to our area several times this morning and has yet to wish me a happy birthday. This is my 30th, which he and I have joked about for months because he's 40, so this puts us a decade apart in age for a little while. Anyway, he knows it's a big deal to me.
I guess I'm wondering if I'm taking this too personally. I understand that his mental energy is focused on whatever is going on with his W and kids right now. I understand that we are "taking a break" (which, in our world, means no physical involvement, no expressions of love - just being friends and coworkers). But I guess I expected him to refrain from being self-centered for at least a couple of minutes to at least acknowledge my birthday. Do I have a right to feel hurt, or are my expectations out of line?
IP

hi italianpisces -
CL-Gurlfriend50
Co-CL of My Affair Support Board
Anyway, don't read too much into your MM not acknowledging your birthday yet. Maybe he feels a bit awkward celebrating with you since you guys are going through a bit of a break. But, I'm sure he'll come around and wish you a happy birthday. Maybe it's because he has to act the part of the boss, too. Please try to celebrate yourself today and have a nice rest of the day!
do something really great for yourself today!
SB
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