Counting Down to 39th Birthday / A Simple Birthday Memory ☺️

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Hello everyone!

Hope all are safe and well! 🙏❤️

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Five days from now, I’ll be celebrating my 39th birthday. I’m not expecting anything grand or extravagant. No big parties, no loud music, just something quiet, warm, meaningful and a simple celebration is more than enough for me. Honestly, spending it with someone special, having meaningful conversations, and sharing a good meal is already a blessing I’d be grateful for. ☺️🙏

As my birthday is fast approaching, I can’t help but remember how I celebrated it two years ago. It wasn’t extravagant, but it was one of those memories I still smile about. 😁 That time, I had a simple but awesome celebration with the one I once loved, my ex. 🤭

We decided to have an unlimited buffet lunch at Vikings in SM City Cebu. ☺️

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We were walk-in customers, so we had to wait for our number to be called.

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I still remember the excitement as we patiently waited, laughing and talking while standing outside. 🤭

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Then finally, our number was up, and we went inside.

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Vikings is heaven for food lovers! The buffet is a spread of unlimited dishes from different countries such as Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Filipino, American, and more. It felt like taking a quick trip around the world, but with a plate in hand. ☺️

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I tried a bit of everything I liked such as fresh fruits, salad, shrimp tempura, some meat dishes, fish, seafood, sushi, and of course, dessert! Cakes, ice cream, and a little beer to complete the celebration. We had a good time. I didn’t eat everything, though, because there were just so many choices. ☺️

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They also gave me a complimentary birthday mini cake with Happy Birthday Ria written on the plate. 🎂A complimentary treat from the buffet for birthday celebrants. ❤️

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I didn’t eat it though, I was already too full! I took it home instead, the only item allowed to be taken out from the buffet. 😁

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Just to be clear, I’m not sharing this because I miss my ex. 🤭 I’m just remembering a beautiful birthday moment and silently hoping that this year, I’ll have another simple yet meaningful celebration. Maybe with someone who will truly stay. 😁🙏

As I turn 39, I wish for peace in my heart, genuine love, good health, and continuous strength to face life. I hope that no matter how simple the day may be, I’ll still feel the warmth of being remembered, valued, and loved. 🙏🙏

Counting down with hope and smiles. 🙏❤️

Have a Blessed Tuesday everyone! 😀😀😀💖💖💖

Thank You Lord for the blessings and love!

Be grateful in every little/simple things and you’ll find happiness you ever wanted! 😀😀😀

Everyday is worth to be grateful of!

Praying for the safety and wellness of all.

Heal Our Land Oh God!

Lovelots,
@shikika

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6 comments

Advance happy birthday sis!💐🎂 I hope this year brings you peace, good health and someone truly makes you feel special. 💗You deserve all the happiness in life. Sending hugs and prayers your way. Lets keep being grateful for the little blessing.

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Thank you so much, sis! ☺️
Your message truly touched my heart. ❤️
I really appreciate your kind wishes, prayers, and love.
Yes, staying grateful even for the little blessings has been my anchor. Sending hugs back to you too! 🫂
Let’s keep lifting each other with love and gratitude. ❤️🙏
Keep safe sis and God bless! 🙏

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Advance Happy Birthday! May our good Lord shower you with your heart's desires. Vikings' foods are so yummy to look at. I wish someday I will be able to eat there and treat my family.

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Thank you so much for the birthday greetings and your heartfelt prayer sis. ☺️
I truly appreciate it. ❤️
Yes, Vikings food really is a feast for the eyes and tummy! 😍😋
Praying that one day, you'll get to enjoy a wonderful meal there too and treat your family. You deserve it! 🙏
Claiming it in God’s perfect time. 🙏

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Happy Birthday sista
Wishing you are keep healthy
the rest will follow
!LOLZ !ALIVE

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Thank you so much, bro! ☺️
Your wishes mean a lot.
Yes, staying healthy is truly a blessing and everything else will follow in God's time. 🙏
Grateful for your thoughtfulness dear! ☺️🙏

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You had a very nice countdown celebration for your birthday, update us the birthday party :)) And best wishes sis!

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Thank you dear! 🥰
The countdown was filled with meaningful memories, and I’m really glad I got to share it. ☺️
I’ll definitely update you about the birthday itself soon! ☺️
Thank you again for the wishes! ☺️❤️

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Birthday is once in a year
Congratulations in advance dear friend

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Oh yes! Thanks dear! ☺️

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