Happy Birthday To Me!

Two days back, I had celebrated my 35th birthday. 

Yes, 35th birthday! 

I have just realized how pretty young I am hahaha. 

Most of the time, it does not occur to me that I am of that age unless I see those who used to be so little back then - now all grown-ups, married, have kids and the like. 

I still feel young at heart - though sometimes, back and leg pains are there (sign of aging hahaha). 

There was no party, no gift-giving, nada, but my Mom cooked spaghetti for me back home and invited some of our neighbors. 

My Hubby said that I can do whatever I want or go wherever I want to go on "my day". 

And there we were and off to Villaggio Mall. 

It was crowded because it is still the Eid Holidays and the mid-year sale is on however, we did have a great time! 

Turning a year older did make me realize how lucky I am to be so alive, healthy and blessed. 

Alhamdullilah. 

Looking back and if I am to talk to my younger self, I would tell her these: 

1 - You did well. 

I may have made some lousy decisions and mistakes before, but hey, I have learned valuable lessons from them. 

2 - Chill. 

Do not easily get stressed out. Look for other things that can distract/divert during those hectic times. One can only do too much. 

3 - Minimalism is in. Shoppping Galore is out. 

I used to spend a lot on useless things and I did take something out of it - after a lot of stuffs donated, given and thrown. 

Now, I am embracing minimalism and I have never felt so relieved not having a few things that I really need. 

Aside from the fact that I don't have to fix a lot of stuffs, I can save up for the things that I need and matters. 

4 - Be brave and aggressive. 

It's totally fine that not every one will like you or agree with your decisions. 

Being aggressive is different from being ill-mannered. 

Boldness can also take you places and achieve the things that you want to. 

5 - Be social and overcome your shyness. 

Yes, there are times when I still do feel shy but I am working on it. 

I am trying to be more "sociable" too. 

6 - You always have the power. 

You have the power to change lives, to make your own choices and stand for yourself. 

7 - You can still go places. 

Hey, you still have a lot of chances of traveling the world, exploring different cultures and meeting new people. 

8 - Live life to the fullest. 

Enjoy and savour each and every moment.