Happy Birthday to Me

Yeah, so, I’m all 32 now. My birthday was celebrated with lobster and cake, always a good thing, and I got a check from my parents with express instructions to "not use it on bills" but to treat myself to something. Two years ago, even a year ago, that would be easy, really. But today? I got out of work early, went to several stores, and came home with a baby swing, a baby pool, and seriously contemplated a new baby stroller. Nothing for me. I mean, I did just get the new phone, and the flickr account, so there’s THAT, but still. I can’t believe I don’t know how to shop for ME anymore. I’m not a clotheshorse, or a Shoe Person, and I’ve never had, nor had interest in, manicures or pedicures or massages, all those typical ‘pampered mom’ treats.  I am going to spend 20 bucks on an expansion card for my phone, and I’d considered a Flip, but my phone’s camera quality is about the same, I think (see ingrid’s new blog for samples, including her saying what a monster says) so the expansion card will cover that need.

Anyone want to live vicariously? If you had 50, 100, 200 bucks… what would YOU treat yourself to?

5 thoughts on “Happy Birthday to Me

  1. getting my hair pampered. I love the feeling of someone massaging my head and futzing with my hair. That and some comfy shoes that look a bit more professional than my brown sneakers! But yeah…I always end up getting something for the kids. I am much more fulfilled seeing them enjoy a new book or box of crayons than I am with my shoes. (Although a head massage might give that a run for it’s money…I’m getting all droopy just thinking about it!)

  2. I am obsessed with my flip (though my phone doesn’t have a video component…and i was missing video when i traded up to my d80).
    I splurge on music/movies. iTunes is my nemesis.

  3. I am obsessed with my flip (though my phone doesn’t have a video component…and i was missing video when i traded up to my d80).
    I splurge on music/movies. iTunes is my nemesis.

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