less than three

Today the sky is blue, the wind whispers to the eucalyptus trees and there's not a sulfur crested cockatoo or Indian Mynah in near sight. I wish I wasn't home bound, I've been sick the last week. All I want to do is stay in bed, read a good book or listen to Lana Del Rey's alluring voice. But I have to write my essay, I've got to keep motivated and focused for just a little bit longer.


I'm not really one to organize anything, I have in the past but I see it as somewhat of a chore. I was too lazy to organize anything for my birthday so I just hung out with certain people and made half assured promises to plan something. And it just so turns out that my two best friends, Tim & Priya, planned a surprise party for me. I've been craving for cheese naan and beef vindaloo for quite some time, so this was just perfect.


There are times when I find myself reminiscing the times we spent in the laboratory together and those long lunches together. I miss those times a great deal. I appreciate every meeting we have now since everyone is off pursuing their own dreams and goals. I didn't anticipate a surprise party nor a cake baked by Tim. That certainly was a night to remember and I'm thankful to have met every single one of them.


I haven't given much thought to the whole birthday wish ritual, I usually make one up on the spot. Maybe thats just what separates the adults from the children. One friend got me a pretty humorous gift, boxes of coffee and chocolates. That gift has proven to be very useful and thoughtful. I think I'll go make myself a mug of coffee and plough through these journal articles. Okay, I lied. I'm going to bake some cupcakes for my mom. After all, today is mother's day. I hope no one forgot - hint hint. 

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