I was at a dinner party recently when someone mentioned their golden birthday and diamond birthday, and half the table looked completely confused. One person thought it was a wedding anniversary thing, another thought it was a secret code for a milestone age, and my friend Sarah—bless her—just wanted to know if it meant she … Read more
I’m standing in my kitchen at 6 AM, covered in flour, trying to bake a “cake” made of peanut butter, mashed bananas, and carrots. My golden retriever is sitting at my feet, tilting his head as if to say, “I have no idea what you’re doing, but I’m ready to help you eat it.” It’s … Read more
I remember the first time I tried to wish someone a happy birthday in their native tongue. My friend Maria was from Madrid, and sending a basic English text felt so impersonal. I searched for how to say happy birthday to you in spanish because I wanted to see her smile. I’ve been there too—staring … Read more