I always ask myself why I hate surprises then I realize I always plan my own birthday or special occasion for myself. I don’t expect people to do it for me, not anymore. I don’t expect gifts because it makes me realize that person knows nothing about me from the gift they chosen. My parents always say “ I gave you the money, go buy whatever you want” it wasn’t large amounts and I wasn’t expecting for more. Sometimes I just want a small simple gift. That would be a lot more meaningful. I finally found someone who makes my day with little. She didn’t love me with her money but she love me with her time. Yet I let that go












