Happy Birthday to meeee

As you are probably aware I spent my 26th birthday in thailand, was a little sad to wake up and know I wouldn't see my favourite faces but as the day went on I felt happier and happier.

My Thai family were celebrating Chinese new year as papa is originally from china, so I decided to not tell them and let them carry on with their celebrations.

Turned up at school and some of the children had brought in presents from homeI had flowers, hearts and sweet s. My supervisor, Pija, had arranged a cake and lots of little cakes which all the kids gathered around to sing happy birthday.

Pija and one of the other workers then gave me their presents which were 2 bracelets and a rose broach which was red. (Gifts in red are given out throughout Chinese new year to family and friends for happiness and luck)

We then played with balloons, ate cake, danced and generally pratted around till the kids nap time at 1.

When I left work we all decided to go to the beach, being a January baby this is the only hot birthday that I've ever had. The weather was gorgeous till about half 4, then a random Thai rain shower decided to appear... Sunny birthday over!!

After the beach the girls surprised me with a meal and a cake at our fave Italian restaurant. They also clubbed together and got me a manicure and pedicure which I will have next week :) (keep posted for photos)

Had a gorgeous day, and although I missed my home lot I am so grateful to my new friends for making it so lovely!!

Much love an ever ageing Midgey xxx

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