“Your life journey is a special one.

Cherish every single day of your life, because if you won’t, who will? Time flies so quickly and every day is a blessing. Don’t take it for granted. As you wake up every day, put your heart into every breath of yours. Be grateful to be able to dream, love, and have fun.”

– @higherperspective

This Instagram quote was the thought of the day on my birthday a few days ago and I thought it was so perfect.

While I felt very loved and cared for, I decided to direct a lot of love to myself on my birthday.

I ordered myself floral delivery from my favorite floral designer.

I worked that day, so I ordered myself lunch delivery.

I went for a run after work and listened to my favorite music.

I generally paused and took inventory of the blessings in my life and the people I love.

And it was a peaceful, quiet, joy-filled day.

Celebrating in the company of others came later, but my birthday was such a gift to myself.

Photos are from this weekend, a park totally erupting with signs of spring.