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Drazan
03-12-2007, 03:01 PM
Yesterday was my birthday. I spent the day reflecting on who I am, what I'm doing and what I want to do for the future.

I had a big life changing scare and it's finally sinking in what "could have" happened. I am one of the lucky ones, all considering. I wonder what would have happened to my son if this did go as bad as it could have gone. I wonder how I'm going to do all the things that I promised my son that I would do for him (car, laptop, etc). I want to be behind him, encouraging him in whatever he wants to do.

I am one of those people that have a lot going on and many unfinished projects. It's like a new flame has bloomed inside me. I want more, to do more, to be more than I have ever acheived before. I don't know what the future will hold but from here, there's no other choice but to go up.

Over the next 4 weeks of recovery time, I'll be reinventing myself to bring me closer to who I really am. Expressing myself and being true to myself. I've hid for a long time, emotionally and physically. After my last breakup, I more or less gave up on being pretty and being in fashion and going after those things that make me happy.

It will take a while to break all the bad habits and convert them to new habits.

Better Choices
New Courage
Never stop

It's time to break away from what everyone else thinks what I should be and be true to myself. It may seem a little cliche, but these last couple weeks have open my eyes to the downward spiral that had become my life.
It's time to step forward and I'm ready.

Happy Birthday me.
:D
morea
03-12-2007, 03:11 PM
that's a great attitude, Drazan... I wish you all the best in this new part of your life. :)
balou
03-12-2007, 03:26 PM
Happy birthday Drazan. The power of positive thinking.

I saw this on PostSecret (http://www.graphicdesignforum.com/forum/%5BURL=http://imageshack.us%5D%5BIMG%5Dhttp://img87.imageshack.us/img87/3893/welcomeni5.jpg%5B/IMG%5D%5B/URL%5D) yesterday. Thought it was appropriate.
*read ALL the text on the card

http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/3893/welcomeni5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
D-Frag
03-12-2007, 04:00 PM
awesome Drazan, and Happy B-Day!
Kool
03-12-2007, 04:10 PM
Happy Birthday yesterday Jade. http://koolsplace.com/images/woohoo.gif

In 2001 I had a similar life changing event. Two major surgeries in 6 days and the unforgettable words "If we don't operate right now you will die" from an emergency room doctor. Use these feeling you are having to better yourself but get better first, change your life after you recover. :)
Virgo Nightingale
03-12-2007, 06:05 PM
It's a shame that it takes drastic circumstances for us to sit down and think about our lives and how we can make ourselves happier people, but I guess if only good things happened to us, we'd forever take life for granted. ;) At least something positive has come out of your situation. :)

Happy birthday! Keep resting up and thinking postive thoughts! We love you!
Annie Social
03-12-2007, 06:53 PM
Be thankful that you have come to this point at a relatively young age... I am a bit dense, and it took me nearly 50 years to break free of the expectations and prejudices of others and become the person I always knew I was. Congratulations.
morea
03-12-2007, 06:55 PM
what this thread needs is a group hug. C'mere you guys.

http://i15.tinypic.com/330732s.jpg
urstwile
03-12-2007, 06:58 PM
Congratulations on your new attitude, Drazan. :)
Exodus
03-12-2007, 08:04 PM
Happy birthday and keep thinking positive! :)
EC
03-12-2007, 10:09 PM
Happy Birthday! I'm sure this year will be the best yet. :)
budafist
03-12-2007, 10:12 PM
Happy birthday dear. I hope in your new life you still have time to pop in here! :)
CamarotaDesign
03-12-2007, 11:58 PM
group hug!!!

Happy Birthday Drazan.

I have a feeling I will be doing some reflecting soon. I think we all should more often than we probably do.
SpugNothuson
03-13-2007, 12:22 AM
It's been a year of reflection for me as well, nowhere near to your circumstances mind you, just the general what am I doing and why rubbish that you go through after a break up.

I was directed to a site that helped me alot, I'm not sure if it will help you at all as it's mainly a dieting and healthy habits site. I needed to lose 3 stone (approx 21Kg) and my diet was literally killing me (I have hereditary high cholesterol).

Anyway, back to the point. www.sparkpeople.com It's completely free, takes a little bit to get used to but it seriously helped me.

Best of luck in your self discovery Drazan.
Cyan_Ide
03-13-2007, 04:05 AM
Happy birthday, Drazan, and I wish you the best of luck on your new future. :)
Ned
03-13-2007, 04:09 AM
Psssst... Happy belated birthday, Drazan!!
frankster
03-13-2007, 05:38 AM
Happy birthday indeed m'dear!
Samakimoto Graphics
03-13-2007, 08:33 AM
;) All the best in recovery and turning a new leaf.

May you celebrate many many moooo-ore!
Red Kittie Kat
03-15-2007, 01:30 AM
Happy Belated Birthday Drazan!!

I don't believe anyone gave you a birthday spanking yet.... c'mere :D


Big hugs sweetie!! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v54/RedKittieKat/smilies/kissblush.gif
Riya
03-15-2007, 02:30 AM
Happy Birthday! And very glad that you are feeling better.
Logo-Mechanix
03-15-2007, 04:58 PM
Happy belated, belated birthday Drazan, my wife and I together had a life changing experieince a few years back and it really will make you sit down and think about how you have been living your life up to that point. Lots of luck with your new outlook.