DCartist

Changing into a new period of life has brought me to an area of unsure of how to feel outside of grateful. As the clock turned midnight, I heard “Happy Birthday SIS!!!” and I was hugged by my sister as we sat and watched Michael Jackson perform in one of his anniversary concert. I looked as Michael danced and though, he didn’t even make it to the end of the year. He had so much talent and so much to do, and then one second later he is gone. I began really appreciating every moment of being 30. I spent major of the early hours up talking to my sister, giggling and having fun. As well as ending up making a vow to just settle down with a good man, and to get to where I need to go with my family and friends. By 3:30 am Friday, I was on the road heading to DC. Everybody was nervous about the drive since I have not slept since almost 24 hrs earlier. I knew I was fine, and ended up making it up there in good time. During the drive through Richmond the sun began to rise to the most beautiful cloud formation. The clouds were shaped like a strand of pearls. I smiled and was just happy to see this, then the song “Believe” began to play on my iphone. After resting I started on the birthday adventure, by going to my favorite places to hang out in DC. Then I went to the MOCADC opening night, my hopes were so high to see my friends come out. I walked in to see Stephen, Roy, Joel and Dave with a whole bunch of teenagers. I was told that the teenagers were there for something kind of exhibit they did. I went and did my normal setup of jewelry, and then hung out with the gang. I got to check out Stephen’s amazing photos from his burning man trip. When the gang started heading out of the gallery, I decided it was my time to just head out as well. When I got to Dave, to say my goodnight, I was really just happy to see him up and doing his normal socializing with all he has gone through in the past few months, he said something that really touched me. He said I was a light, just a beautiful light, not just in the gallery just all around. I really wanted to burst into tears and just cry but I knew I couldn’t do that. The only thoughts was that I got to spend my birthday with people who I found to be special and dear to me, doing the normal things we usually would take for granted. By the time I got back to Ashburn, I was confused on how to truly feel. I was a bit sad, because I didn’t see more of my friends, or went out dancing or something big but I was so happy to be around those who showed, and to see Dave doing his thing this year. I felt so humbled and grateful. Thank you all who wished me a happy birthday!! You really have touched my heart.


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