So, I had this idea to do something a little different for my friends’ birthdays. You know how sometimes you miss the actual day, and then it’s like, awkward to celebrate later? Well, I decided to focus on those “late birthday months” instead!
Getting Started
First, I grabbed a notebook and jotted down all my friends’ birthdays. I realized I already knew most of them, but I double-checked on social media just in case. No one wants to get that wrong, am I right?
The “Late” List
Then, I went through the list and highlighted the ones I’d either missed completely or just hadn’t done much for. These were my “late birthday month” targets! I felt a little guilty about missing some, but hey, better late than never, yeah?
Brainstorming Time
- I started brainstorming some simple, but fun ideas. Nothing crazy, just small things to make them smile.
- I thought about what each person liked, hobbies, favorite treats, that sort of thing. Personalization is key!
- I decided against big gifts, aiming more for thoughtful gestures.
Putting it into Action
For one friend, I remembered she loved a specific type of coffee, so I dropped off a bag of beans at her place with a silly “belated birthday month” note. Another friend is a big reader, so I picked out a book I thought she’d enjoy and left it on her doorstep.
The Reactions
The best part? The reactions! Everyone was genuinely surprised and happy. It wasn’t about the “thing” I gave them, it was more about the fact that I thought of them, even if it was a bit late. It felt good to spread a little unexpected joy.
Lessons Learned
This whole “late birthday month” thing turned out to be a lot of fun! It’s a great way to show people you care, even if you’re not the best at remembering dates. Plus, it takes the pressure off of having to do something big on the exact day. I’m definitely keeping this tradition going!
