FI's birthday is at the end of February so I'm once again sitting here trying to figure out how to walk the delicate line of doing something nice for him but not too much. He hates the concept of birthdays -- he says it just makes him feel older, and he doesn't like the notion of having a "day about him". Still, one year I didn't do anything at all since he told me not to, but I think he felt a little sad after the fact. He's not much of a card guy, but I think I might try to get him a book or something this year.
I like my birthday, but I don't need fanfare to enjoy it. I like to treat myself to a nice lunch or dinner out, and enjoy getting to hang out with friends if I'm able. If not, though, that's fine too -- but I do enjoy some "treat yourself" time, even if that's merely some dessert while watching a favorite movie after a workday. I guess my focus is less on being older, and more on just being alive in general.
Any strong opinions on birthdays one way or another out there?