r/Assistance • u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED • Aug 13 '22
THANK YOU Olive Garden bday update <3 tysm
I took my birthday boy to olive garden thanks to this sub and I just want to say thank you so so much! We haven't been out to eat since before the pandemic started so this was so much fun! My son was so HYPED when we pulled in, like... He has been talking about olive garden and their alfredo commercial for literally weeks <3 He prob ate like 20 breadsticks and super loved the alfredo lol he said it was better than mine which he never says any food is better than mine bc he's sweet, so he must have rly loved it haha they even sang happy birthday and he got some kind of chocolate brownie lasagna thing for dessert lol we had hella leftover food and I had enough to get him a take home alfredofor later or tomorrow or something too and give the bad ass server a good tip since she was so sweet 🥺💖 I can't put into words how much seeing my baby boy happy means to me, y'all are THE BEST! This was such a rad birthday for him + he thought it was so cool that a bunch of strangers online wanted to help make his day special. I appreciate every single one of you so so much 💖
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u/mckinnos Aug 13 '22
Yay, I remember this post from yesterday! So glad you all had a good time. You seem like an awesome parent, OP. Tell the little guy happy birthday from this Reddit stranger!
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Thank you so much! It's so easy to feel like a bad parent when you can't do the fun stuff for ur kids, ya know? I felt like a frigging superhero today tho lol even tho all I did was ask for help haha
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u/mckinnos Aug 13 '22
The point is, you made the effort to ask for help and accepted it! That’s a parenting win in my book.
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u/aggravated-asphalt Aug 13 '22
This is probably my favorite update on Reddit ever. You are such a good mom and I’m so happy you could give your son a dope birthday. To your son, happy birthday!
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Thank you so so much! This is probably my favorite update I've ever had to give 🤪 I appreciate all the nice comments a lot. This sub is full of amazing people! <3
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u/aggravated-asphalt Aug 13 '22
Months ago I needed desperate help with food and my entire wishlist was fulfilled. It’s so amazing what this sub does for people in need, I can’t wait to be financially stable enough to start contributing ❤️
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Yesss! That's exactly how I feel haha I know what a great feeling it is to receive help and I bet it's even better being such a life saver 🥰 I am for sure looking forward to being able to do that for someone
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u/BD122104 Aug 13 '22
I saw the last post and I'm really happy for you guys, happy birthday to him
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Thank you! I'm like super emotional about how sweet everyone has been. I've had a rough few months so this is like the best feeling ever 🥺💖
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u/BD122104 Aug 13 '22
I'm glad you had a good time, if I could've I would have given you something but I'm also pretty broke
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Thank you! All the sweet comments are awesome tbh <3 it's easy to be negative and feel like the whole world is against you, esp when ur broke as hell lol but this has been such a great experience and reminds me that there is so much good and love out there even when it feels like there isn't sometimes 🥰
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u/BD122104 Aug 13 '22
That's great, I try to just focus more on dogs than shitty people cause dogs are great and soft and I'm absolutely cuddling my puppy rn
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
I found a PUPPY in my yard a few days ago and hung out w him for a few hours while I located his owner and it legit made my entire month. He was so fat and cuddly and derpy and just.... ugh, the CUTEST! 🥺 Puppies are the best.
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u/BD122104 Aug 13 '22
I love puppies, my dog and my gf's dog had puppies a week apart from eachother and my gf fell in love with one from my dog and I fell in love with one from hers so we're keeping 2 and her parents are keeping one
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Omg, that's amazing! That's a lot of puppies to love haha I wools hate having to give any away tho 🥺 I'd wanna keep em all lol
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u/BD122104 Aug 13 '22
I'm mostly giving them to friends and family so I know I can trust them
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
That's perfect bc if you miss them you can always check on em and hang out for a bit. That's a great idea 💕
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u/Creepinbruh2323 Aug 13 '22
Literally the sweetest, most wholesome update I've ever read. A thank you from us all for the beautiful story.
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Awww, I'm glad it's making other people smile too. I'm in such a good mood today because holy frick, so many people have been so sweet and I did not expect that at all 😅
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u/Creepinbruh2323 Aug 13 '22
There's nothing more universal than wanting a kid/child to be happy. I'm sure the amount that was donated does not compare to the wealth of joy/happiness brought to all involved and your family as well.
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u/stuarty4200 Aug 13 '22
That sounds like the best day ever for him op. Happy Birthday to the little guy and as for you it sounds like you're doing a hell of a job raising him. I'm really happy for you guys. Look after yourself and enjoy the memory of that day ❤❤❤
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Thank you so so much! 💖
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u/stuarty4200 Aug 13 '22
I just look at your profile. A big well done on the weight loss too. You are doing a great job. Much love to you and your family ❤❤
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Ahhhh tysm :D I've actually gained a few pounds back over the last few weeks bc I've been stressed and stuff so I'm like super upset about it. I know I'll get back on track and lose the rest but ugh, set backs make me super emotional and anxious 😭
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u/stuarty4200 Aug 14 '22
You'll get back to your best now that the stress of the wee guys' birthday is over. 👍👍
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Aug 13 '22
This is a beautiful story :) One of the best things about OG is that you pretty much get 2 meals for the price of one because they give you so much..I love it there.
You'll be back there, I can tell :)
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u/MyHomeOnWhoreIsland Aug 13 '22
I love this post! Happy Birthday little guy. You are a great mom!
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Thank you so much <3 he had a great freakin day thanks to everyone here :D
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u/1EspressoSip Aug 13 '22
Thank you for sharing your and your son's joyous day with us! Happy birthday to him!
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Aug 13 '22
Oh man! Mommy guilt is so real. You never feel you can give them what they deserve.
I am (compared to an average American) middle to upper class now. When my baby was one week old I remember crying in a gas station parking lot because I had 9 dollars to my name. How could I possibly give that little girl what she deserved?!?!
It meant I cared. And you care. And my goodness you put yourself out there for your son and allowed yourself to be vulnerable.
We are all rooting for you! So glad you had a great night! ❤️
… now I want Olive Garden
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Thank you so much! That means a lot. I fully expected people to call me a bad parent or talk shit to me or something but maybe that's just my guilt talking 😩 I'm so happy everyone was so nice <3
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Aug 13 '22
Saw your original post and couldn’t wait for the update. Thanks for putting a smile on my face today.
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u/Xx_Eternity04 Aug 13 '22
I wish your kid a wonderful birthday. I'm so happy you got help for that. It will surely be a good memory for you guys!
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u/pyrocidal Aug 13 '22
Aw I saw your post, glad your kiddos had a good night out
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 13 '22
Thank you, me too 💖 he totally ate alfredo for breakfast today haha
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u/thespeedofpain Aug 13 '22
I’m so happy your little family had such a beautiful time. Sending love to you and your little dude ♥️ and a happy birthday to him!!
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u/ShanShan9413 Aug 14 '22
Scrolled past this on BORU and wanted to chime in.
A Golden Birthday spent eating bread and pasta sounds like the bessssstt!
Sounds like such a good time, glad it worked out in the best way for you!
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u/RevealIll8143 REGISTERED Aug 14 '22
Thank you so much! 💖 It really was the best day I've had in a rly long time haha I'm super glad his day was fun :)
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u/Seizymcgee Dec 12 '22
So happy to read this. Used to be a tradition to eat my bday dinners at Olive Garden when things were really tough as a kid my dad still found a way to make it happen for me. Cheers
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u/Lulu_Down_South001 Aug 14 '22
This is just an awesome and uplifting update! I am glad your little man enjoyed his day 🥰🧁
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u/crash180 Aug 13 '22
This is such a wonderful update. I am going through a rough time as well right now and this gives me hope. Praying for you and your family