Technically that would have been yesterday for me.

What’s a day later, right?

I can’t remember which high school friend of mine started me on the whole half birthday thing. It’s become a tradition I continue to observe.

Every November 16th I think about the past six months and look ahead to the coming six months.

I love not knowing what’s to come. Wondering about all the great things that will happen from here till the blessed day {ahem, May 16th}.

Don’t worry. I’m not really a Birthzilla.

You didn’t know there was something that could equal the Bridezilla now, did you?

Oh but yes, yes there is.

We’ve all known a Birthzilla … or five.

You know the “I can do whatever I want, it’s my birthday” or the “It’s my day” types. We’ve all got someone who fits the profile.

I’m not trying to be prejudice here, but I honestly don’t know of any guy Birthzillas.

Is this because, on a whole, men are generally {note: I did say: generally} less high maintenance than women?

Wouldn’t I just make a terrible feminist right about now?

I mean, I actually know some girls who celebrate their half birthday … cakes and all. “And all” meaning gifts.

Part of me actually admires this.

It’s a self centered, selfish declaration. And that’s something I’ve never been bold enough to do.

Or maybe these actions come from some insecurity, attempting to fill a gaping need of sorts.

Probably. Yet, still, it takes some balls to do that. Or, other parts if I am referring to females here.

And let me be clear, before I forget this thought: I’m all about selfishness.

I know I might get blasted for making such a statement, but I’m going to stand by it.

If we’re not selfish enough to put ourselves forward first, then what’s the point? What then do we have to give to anyone?

I happen to believe not much.

I like to think of self centeredness as just that — centering the self.

Because let’s face it — if we don’t take the time on our self, who will?

I’m not saying to forget others and that selfishness isn’t always done in the best manner possible, because it’s not.

We can feel this.

Where someone is coming from. The intention.

What I am saying is: take the time to work on you. Don’t please others over pleasing yourself, it will not bring happiness or peace — though it might appear to be a quick fix.

When you’ve come into alignment with your greater, inner you, then take action. Those selfless, helping ones.

Selfishness. A wonderful quality to possess.