Wednesday, December 19, 2007

modern day mix tape

Wednesday, DEC 19th, 5:50am
It's my birthday. For the most part birthdays, especially my own, don't get me all giddy inside. I'm not the sort to walk around in anticipation the entire day hoping for a big surprise, or become crestfallen when none surface. I'm pretty low maintenance when it comes to my "special day" don't worry. I make up for it in other areas!
My girl knows this about me, but still manages to blow me away via the most simple tried and true method---music. It gets me everytime.
We've been together for almost 15 years. Back in the day, a part of our courtship included mix tapes. Remember those? As time and technology progressed our love letters moved to CD's. We've got many versions for many occasions. Music is a big part of our lives together.
I'm saying all that to say this: I'm sitting here since 5:15 am alone with my birthday present from my girl. A new iPhone. The box said to "hit the button and follow the instructions" What has happened in the last 45 minutes has to be one of the best ways to start any day, not to mention a birthday: a cavalcade of love songs that have made me bawl like a baby, laugh, and thank God I found her.
modern day mix tape.

3 comments:

Revday said...

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dearest Brain Girl....Happy Birthday to you!!!
Love you. Have a wonderful day.
Blessings.

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday (sorry a day late). Your girl is a special one...and so are you. RN

Anonymous said...

That was the sweetest story ever. Brought a tear to my eye. Just when I thought I couldn't feel worse about forgetting your birthday..... I'm a terrible friend.