05/08/2026
N E W • D E C A D E
My aunt’s birthday is the day after mine, so today, the 5th August.
She forever chastised my mum for not having held on a day so we could have had the same birthday. 😏
Back in December, my aunt - Sinnie - had asked my mum to hold onto some birthday decorations for my birthday this year. 8 months before my actual birthday. Just 4 months before she passed.
I wish I could tell you I didn’t cry yesterday but I’d be lying…
I approached my (big) birthday this year entirely differently to how I would other birthdays. The loss around the table was palpable. But. I’ve learnt this year to embrace those present more than ever, so I am beyond grateful for the love that was there. 💖
I had some incredible cards with essays written in them which did of course, make me sob. Thanks guys. 😏
Daph, Winnie and I went to see Dad together and Daph was just the cutest, which made me cry more. Thanks Daph.
Saw my birthday out with a Hamilton fever-dream-come-true where I cried happy sad wonderful tears, and then totally embarrassed my daughter at the stage door singing to the actors. You’re welcome, Amels.
Here’s to a new decade where my new post-dead-dad-wisdom has created an entirely new approach to life, that is; little time for bu****it and embracing those who love me as I love them. 🩷