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October 19, 2005
Burf Day
Poor, poor Derrick. He's a sweetheart for cuddling in a supportive way for a few nights last week. I kept having these panic dreams about dying, dreams of things fading to black and ceasing to exist. I would wake up just trying not to scream.
Welcome to my annual birthday buildup.
I don't really like birthdays, even though last year was so nice. Mentally, I figured I had used up all of my birthday karma, and birthdays are weird for me since Mom died.
I was definitely not looking forward to this one. Then my aunt just called me a few days before and asked me if I wanted a surprise on my birthday, just me and a few friends. It turned everything around. Derrick organized everything with her, I sat back, and the curiosity killed the morbidity.
We showed up, Simon, Derrick, Kieran, and I, on Cornelia Street. I've lived here for almost 4 years, and I had no idea that the street existed. Once you get below 14th, things get a little random.
Right on schedule, this appeared.
Rest of the story on the extended entry
An incredible 1975 Chevy Caprice Classic convertible rolled up in front of us. We loaded up into the mammoth vehicle and went on a tour of Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Everything looks different from a convertible that is as massive as three of my last cars.
We went across the Brooklyn Bridge.
We went to China Town to avoid haircuts.
Afterwards, we walked 40-odd blocks to my aunt and uncle's place for the BEST MEXICAN FOOD I'VE HAD IN YEARS. The chili rellenos were better than any I've ever had, and she also understands that no matter what, velveeta with Ro-Tel kicks ass.
I was so happy and am still chuckling.
Now I'm just terrified what is going to happen next year. Doom, I just know it!
Posted by G at October 19, 2005 08:33 PM
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Nothing better then a few good friends, your partner a convertible, some good food and a trip around Manhattan. Sounds like a perfect birthday.
Happy Birthday Babe!
(ps. who's beautiful car is that?)
Posted by: mark at October 20, 2005 09:35 AM
ok, we're even.....i totally forgot your birthday this year and you remembered mine. we'll talk soon....i'll grovel and beg forgiveness.....love you and happy (belated) birthday.
Posted by: brian at October 20, 2005 12:47 PM
Happy Birthday!!!!
Posted by: John in Denver at October 20, 2005 02:10 PM
Yes, what on earth could be done as an encore to that? Have a spaceship pick you two up and fly you to the moon?
And all I had in mind was a plate of Adult Brownies.
Posted by: Stephen at October 20, 2005 03:26 PM
Happy Burfday G!
Posted by: Mike at October 20, 2005 07:08 PM
What a great idea that was! (Very cool car, too.) Happy birthday!
Posted by: Thom at October 21, 2005 05:58 PM
Flappy Burf Day Mr. Licious. Wishin' you and yours a kick-ass year.
-Ron
Posted by: Ron (Out There) at October 21, 2005 09:59 PM
gawd, wonderful shit like this is why i really miss new york.
happy (belated) burf day.
by the way, my grandmother called it burf day, too. she also said "worsh the dishes."
Posted by: rob at October 22, 2005 06:41 PM
Happy Burf Day! And get some Xanax; that always helps me out with the screaming.
Posted by: ted at October 22, 2005 06:42 PM
Happy Burf Day, Sweetheart! Thinkin' about you down here in Texas. Hugs to you and Derrick! xo, Jen
Posted by: Jen at October 27, 2005 01:02 AM