I HAtE…

Isabel Lopez

301 Robinson Ave

Newburgh, NY 12550

October 9, 2023

Dear birthdays,

Okay to be honest I didn’t always hate you. I guess it just started happening over time. I mean I’m thankful for all of my earlier birthdays. The ones happily spent with family and friends. I appreciate those memories very much. Don’t get me wrong I am very grateful for each new year of life but as for the day in general…

I HATE YOU!

Each birthday ends in disappointment. I think birthdays are overrated and hyped. Every birthday I get so excited and end up getting my hopes up. I don’t mean to come off as a brat or ungrateful. It’s just that I always end up feeling down whenever my birthday comes around. It’s just not the same anymore.

I hate that you make me feel so uncomfortable on a day that is supposed to bring me joy. As much as I love and miss the memories I hate that they are gone and that I can no longer relive them. I hate that you switched up so fast and unexpectedly.

My birthday being three days away from Christmas doesn’t help either. I remember that even the good earlier birthdays were affected because I had to plan them according to the weather and when most people were available. I remember also getting scammed out of gifts since they were so close…

With built up hate,

Isabel

P.S. I hope you’re not as disappointing this year.