Can I get some birthday wishes?

[u/cocinamisfit]

It’s my son’s 12th birthday today and he just informed me that his biological babysitter decided it was more important to go out with friends and leave my son alone rather than celebrate with him. I’d like to show him that people do care and love him. I have less than a month before I will have full custody and things like this make me so mad. Especially when he was told that he couldn’t have a birthday party because it was too expensive.

For context: I live 6 hours away and am driving to stay with him for the next three days and sleep in my car because I cannot believe this father would do this.

[u/Dangerous_Variety415]

Happy birthday, young one! Soon to be my birthday, too. I remember my 12th year. I'd like to share a little birthday advice with you. One day you may look back at your 12th year and recall how strongly you feel now, but I think what you'll remember most fondly is how the people who love you best treated you. Edit: Qualified upon reflection: Surround yourself with quality, choose wisely the company you keep. Everyone has worth, but not all will see yours and treat it with respect.

We don't all get the same blessings in life, but what matters is what you choose to do with what you've got. Take your gifts and grow them like seeds in a garden. If there's a goal you want to accomplish, put effort each day that you're able into working toward it. But, for now, try to enjoy your childhood.

Happy birthday!