I have never been fond of birthdays. Never ever. I used to get excited about it when I was a child but as soon as I entered my teenage years, I realised that birthdays are not really my thing. They are kind of depressing. I mean I am absolutely fine a few days before my birthday. I am all happy and chirpy but on the day, I want to bawl my eyes out. And I have absolutely no idea why.
So, this year my husband kept asking me what I wanted for my birthday and I kept telling him that I really did not want anything. But then later, I thought, I could splurge on a good day of pampering. That is not materialistic, right? So after dropping Azlan to his school on Friday, off I went to a long day of pampering myself.
I got a haircut after 3 years, so that was pretty fantastic. I usually trim my hair myself every few weeks and ever since my previous hair dresser went off the radar, I don't really know who to trust. A friend of mine recommended Rush. So I booked an early appointment and had to calm my nerves because I really love my long hair. So, initially, I wanted to go for a fun long bob but I had my doubts, so I ended up getting a layered haircut and a fringe. And I could not have been more happier. The stylist did a great job and I have been recommending her to my friends ever since.
After getting my haircut, I went for a little stroll in the mall which ended up with a bank balance in minus (but husband decided to be extra generous and reinstate that amount). I got myself a few make up items and a few skin care bits.
Since Azlan goes to school for 2 sessions in a day, I decided to get myself a manicure and a pedicure. So I called the lady and told her that I will be coming in for a session. My feet were in such a bad state that I ended up staying for a proper hour.
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| This pedicure was the best thing ever! |
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| A little surprise birthday present. |
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| No birthdays are complete without a cake. |
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| A little birthday #FOTD |
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| Since Eid was next day, here is some temporary henna from Anoush. |
First off your hair looks great, and I love the temporary henna tattoos.
ReplyDeleteI am not sure how 26 is supposed to feel either, but I honestly do not feel like an adult. I still feel like a child. It may be because I am still a bit immature. Not immature as in I go out drinking and partying. I have never done that. My husband and I have a house and I own my own car. Even though I am four years away from being 30. I have no idea what the big deal is. It's just a number. I imagine when I am 70 years old(if I can get around) I am still going to be dressing up as an elf during Christmas and putting sticky notes on people's cars.
Happy Birthday. My ideal birthday is having a relaxing pamper without the kids so it looks like you had the perfect day
ReplyDeleteI'm almost 23 and with time moving so fast I know 26 will be here before I know it. There's a lot I want to accomplish within the next three years (my blog being one of them) and it's daunting but also exciting!
ReplyDeleteI understand what you are feeling. I turned 26 in May and I was feeling down about it too. I thought I would have found a full time job and travelled more but that hasn't happened yet. Good things will happen though.
ReplyDeleteAge is but a number, take it from someone in their 30's, enjoy life and grab every opportunity you can x
ReplyDeleteWell first, Happy Birthday and second you have beautiful hair! Make the most of your twenties. I just posted today about turning 30 soon. Now that's a weird feeling!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday. Love the hair. That Marc Jacobs perfume is the best.
ReplyDeleteYour hair looks amazing and that henna work is fab. Glad you had a good birthday x
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday. It looks like you have had a good one. I love you hair so pretty and that henna looked fabulous!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday, it sounds like you had an amazing time and got some great gifts
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday - I'm glad you got to enjoy that pedicure and happy breakfast! :)
ReplyDeleteLoved the henna design - stunning. And your hair looks pretty hot too! Your breakfast routine made me laugh - it's exactly the same as mine - trying to not let tea go cold & rushing round...!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday! I love your haircut, looks great and it really suits you! :)
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Happy belated birthday :)
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had an amazing day with lovely gifts and a bit of pampering, perfect! x
Seize the day! I still don't feel my age. I'm an adult, right?? lol
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! I wish all your dreams come true!
ReplyDeleteHappy 26th! I turned that this year also so know how you feel - don't worry it's good to treat yourself once in a while and your husband is very nice to have helped out. I'm sorry to hear you're not getting much support and the best of luck with the blog stuff x
ReplyDeleteTurning 30 was a horrible feeling for me. I'm not sure even yet I feel like I think an "adult" should! Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday, loos like you had a great day! Your hair looks lovely. Sounds like the perfect day :)
ReplyDeletethose are really gifts! my 26 birthday is also soon and I have the feeling that although it will be special, it will be much more "modest" lol x
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday, and you look amazing for 26. Your hair looks fabulous I want long hair myself but just don't have the time to care for it. Think I may do this for my birthday now though a day to myself ah bliss x
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you had a lovely birthday. Your hair looks amazing xx
ReplyDeleteYour hair looks great and turning 26 is no biggie-- ask someone who turned 28, still don't feel like an adult ;)
ReplyDeleteAyesha your hair looks great!!! And belated happy birthday!!! :) I turn 26 on Oct 3 too! - Deepika
ReplyDeleteI'm 23 and it feels so old tbh... Wondering what 26 will feel like for me.
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