Rec | EMBRACING THE SELF CENTEREDNESS OF A BIRTHDAY

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Embracing the self centeredness of a birthday

Why tf have I spent years being like omg is tang too much? Should I pare Things down etc It’s my birthday bitch and I expect gifts drinks kisses and love And I will be having two days of events sue me

@pissbowling

Jan 3, 2025

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@cameron

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