17 years today but it feels like forever more
Yet equally forever less.
Only 30 minutes in and I wish it was over.
Trying to fight tears because I don't deserve what I'm given.
$100 and a guitar may not sound like much to you,
But it means a lot more to me.
And I don't deserve it.
Why should we celebrate,
When those who do so are treated badly half the time?
It's a blessing, not a given right, to continue to age up.
A time for self reflection, not celebration with those who don't give a care the rest of the year.
No need to make a big deal,
It's just another day of the week.
And I'd rather be saying 'I'm sorry' to those who matter
Instead of 'thank you for the birthday wishes' to those who don't.