There are two main types of people when it comes to birthday celebrations. The first type says, “It’s just another day.” The second type says, “It’s the event of the year!” I turned 32 on Tuesday. I’m the second type of birthday personality.

This year’s celebrations were exceptional! Since Tuesday was the official day I also planned celebrations for the Saturday before and after. The Saturday before I celebrated with friends at Longbranch Cafe and Bakery in Carbondale. My friend who runs this coffeehouse baked a cake for the occasion. It was an Italian cream cake. One word: Astounding! So we shared cake and laughs. It was a great time.

On Tuesday over 200 Facebook comments rolled in in style carrying wishes for a happy day. I was and am thankful for all of these kind folks in my life. Honestly, if that many people wanted me to have a…