today is my birthdayIt is now my birthday.In the US,we have a tradition that when you blow out the candles on your birthday cake,you should make a wish.Every year,as far back as I can remember,I’ve wished that I would see another birthday.It’s not that I’m afraid of dying,I just liked living.Living is definitely harder now than it was then,but it’s also more rewarding.It’s been incredible to work with so many interesting people on so many great things.It’s also been difficult,stressful,and painful.But I press on,and continue looking for ways to improve.On the bright side,my food,clothing,and shelter are taken care of so I’m not a starving artist programmer nor do I want to drive fork-lifts because my family doesn’t appreciate my work.So thanks,to my family and friends.Wes,who has taught me more than I can remember,punched me (in a friendly way) and Lessig,who has given me far more than I could possibly deserve,reminded me that it’s my birthday where he is “but remember,not yet in california.forgive them for their slowness.” I do.Today is my Birthday!Happy bday to me!Today is my birthday and I can''t be more excited and haven''t even left the house yet.I woke up and I was crying but it was a good cry I will tell you.I was crying because I KNOW and I can FEEL how much support I have out there,across the seas of the whole world!I can FEEL the wishes for my bday wish to come true...to have a good report from Dr U.I really mean that!Marie and her AVN group are so wonderful and supportive,I keep hoping that someday I will return the favor!And I WILL!Just give me more time and schooling and I WILL!I wanted to copy and paste some of the most awesome wishes in here to see how much this group is really a help and if you have anything to do with AVN,you need to post and join!From BM:My dear sweet Star,Happy Birthday!I hope this year you get all the wishes and pain free days that you ask for.I will be thinking about you as you go on you