Today is my birthday. I’m usually really super excited for this day. It’s usually my favorite “holiday” and I prance around all day like some sort of princess or something (well, because I am, naturally) and it’s all smiles and happiness and the best day ever. But this year, I have this pit in the bottom of my stomach and I can’t shake it. I just cannot ignore the fact that my mom isn’t here to celebrate with me. And it makes it just a little harder for me to want to celebrate. I just miss her, is all, and as crazy as it seems, I think I miss her now more than ever.
As for feeling like a princess, I still will, and I’ll still smile, and I’ll make the most of my day, because that’s what she would want. I’ll still wear my fun ballerina skirt (isn’t it divine?!) and twirl around to my favourite music and have a dance party with my husband. And I’ll still go to lunch with Daddio and get lunch dessert (lunch dessert is my favourite meal of the day, but birthday lunch dessert is even better) and we’ll enjoy our time as much as possible. And it’s still my day and I’ll have fun, damn it! Thankfully I have a husband who won’t let it be any other way. ;)
Happy birthday to me?
xo
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Katie
Absolutely, that skirt is SO divine! And a very happy, happy 26th birthday to you! Get some extra birthday lunch dessert, just because you can. :)
Enjoy today,
Katie
Katie Did What
I will definitely get extra birthday lunch dessert!! ;)
xo
Pamela
You look adorable!! Love the skirt :) Happy birthday, beautiful!
Katie Did What
Thanks Pamela!! :)
xo
Liz
Happy birthday! I hope you find happiness through the sadness today =)
Liz
Teaching in the Valley
Katie Did What
Aww thanks Liz!!! :)
xo
delovely details
Happy Birthday! I am so sorry for your loss. My dad passed away a year and a half ago. That first birthday, father’s day, Christmas without him were pretty brutal. Hang in there, keep your mother close to your heart, and you will somehow get through this.
On another note, I’m obsessed with that skirt. You look gorgeous!
Katie Did What
My mom is always close to my heart!! Thanks for your kind words, girl. Hugs to you!
xo
Mariah Rickard
Happy Birthday!! Your mom is looking down from above and still celebrating with you! That is for sure! I also love that skirt. It is amazing!
XO XO
Mariah
Katie Did What
Amen!!! Thanks Mariah, for your sweet words <3
xo
Ashley
Happy birthday, Katie! I’m sure it’s not easy but you’re right- your mom would want for you to celebrate and have a great day so I hope that is what you are doing! :)
PS your next post better include a pic of your birthday-lunch-dessert!
Katie Did What
Aww thanks Ashley!! And haha yes, you know my post will definitely have my birthday lunch dessert! ;)
xo
elizalouise.bell
You look like Carrie Bradshaw in this skirt. Except prettier. Happy Birthday doll!
L
Katie Did What
Awww that is the SWEETEST comment!! Thank you, girl!! :)
xo
Amanda
I’m so sorry about the loss of your mom, I’m sure today must be difficult. Happy Birthday!
And I am totally in love with every single part of your amazing outfit! SO cute!
Katie Did What
Thanks Amanda <3
xo
Lindsay
I hope you have the most delicious birthday lunch dessert ever!! You deserve it! Happy Birthday! :)
Katie Did What
Aww thanks Lindsay!! :)
xo
Liz
You look stunning! I’ve been eyeing that skirt from Shabby Apple and its funny because you styled it exactly the way I would have haha. Happy birthday pretty lady!
Katie Did What
Isn’t it gorgeous?! I definitely recommend it!! And thanks girl! :)
xo
Katie
Wishing you the Happiest of Birthdays Katie! No doubt your Mom is watching over you today and is so proud and happy for her gorgeous girl! <3
-Katie
Katie Did What
Aw thanks Katie!!
xo
Kaitlin Leigh
Happy birthday Katie : )
And I love how you styled that skirt!!
I think I might have to purchase it to wear to my bridal shower : )
Katie Did What
Aww thanks girl!! I definitely recommend the skirt! It would be just perfect for a bridal shower! :)
xo
J and A
You look adorable – as always! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! That skirt is so you and perfect for today!!
Katie Did What
Thanks girl!! :)
xo
Jasmine Garcia
Gorgeous skirt! Happy birthday! Sending many birthday wishes and prayers your way. Smile! :)
Katie Did What
Thanks so much, Jasmine!! I smiled a lot yesterday! :)
xo
julia rose.
prettiest little birthday princess that there ever was!!
sending you all of my love and well wishes today, sweet friend :) i know that beautiful momma of yours is smiling down on you right now (and always) feeling more proud than ever!
love youuuuu!
and happy of happiest birthdays!!
xoxo
Katie Did What
Awww love you Julia!!!! :)
xo
kittykerri
Happy Birthday! I love that skirt!! I know its hard but I hope you have a wonderful day!
Katie Did What
Thanks so much girly! I did have a wonderful day! :)
xo
The BuckMaster
Happiest of Happy Birthday’s to yoU!
Katie Did What
Thank youuuu!! :)
xo
Naomi Peffer
Happy Birthday. I don’t know what I’d do without my mom! Praying for you to have a joy filled day!
Patterned Love
Katie Did What
Thanks for your prayers, Naomi! They mean so much <3
xo
Bailey Schneider
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DARLING!
May all your dreams come true, but one, so that you always have something to strive for :-)
Much love, Bailey from Vanilla Blonde
Katie Did What
Aww I love that!! :) Thanks Bailey girl!
xo
Amber
Happy Birthday pretty girl! I hope you have an amazing day
Katie Did What
Thank youuu Amber!! :)
xo
Marie @ Lemondrop Vintage
Have a lovely day in a lovely skirt!
Marie @
Lemondrop ViNtAge
Katie Did What
Aw thanks Marie!!
xo
My name is Rita
This is gorgeous! If you get a chance, please link up to my What We Wore Party: http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/2013/06/what-we-wore-3.html
Katie Did What
Thanks Rita!
xo
kateprs
Happy Birthday, Katie! I love that you wore this skirt! My birthday is next week, and this makes me think I have to wear something special, too. Here’s to you!
Katie Did What
Birthdays are for wearing something special, is what I say!! ;)
xo
Charlotte
Stopping by from the link-up and I just adore your whole outfit! Makes me want to get a skirt like that. And happy birthday!
Cheers,
Char
char|treuth.com
Katie Did What
Every girl should have a skirt like this, I think!! ;)
xo
Katie Keltner
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I actually saw this on Blogger Birthdays that I just found.
Very cute outfit as well!
Katie @ He Calls Me Grace
Katie Did What
Aw thanks so much!! :)
xo
Chelsea Alise
Happy Happy Birthday !! xoxo
Katie Did What
Thanks Chelsea!! :)
xo
Marsa
you are so gorgeous and happy birthday beautiful girl! you look amazing in your mamas pearls :)
Katie Did What
Aw thanks sweet girl!! :) That made me smile!
xo
Ann Bates
Happy birthday!! I’m so sorry about your mom. Also, I LOVE the tulle/ballet skirt trend, but I don’t think I pull it off. YOU, however, totally ROCK it! You look fabulous!
Katie Did What
Thanks Ann!!! :) You’re so sweet!
xo
ilene @ muchloveilly
happy birthday, sweet friend. love that you are wearing your momma’s pearls. also i adore your skirt!
Katie Did What
Thanks girl <3 I had to wear her pearls! It was comforting :)
xo
Elle
Happy birthday!!!
I love your princess style; why do we love that or perhaps some outrageous, pink Betsey Johnson (or esque) on our bdays, eh?
I mean I’m a grown-butt woman but that won’t stop me. I don’t think I even felt that way about styling myself on bdays until I started to feel old! Heh.
Katie Did What
Haha because every girl should feel like a princess on her birthday, that’s why!! :) You’re never too old to play dress up!
xo
Callie
Happy Birthday to one gorgeous lady! You’re beautiful inside and out. =) Love your princess skirt. You’re so cute. =) Best wishes to you on your special day!
~Callie
http://www.creationsbycallie.com
Katie Did What
Callie, you are the sweetest!! Your comment made me so happy! :)
xo
Amy @ TheMombot.com
Quite possibly the cutest skirt ever! Happy Birthday! I found you via WIWW, and am so happy I did!
Katie Did What
Awww I’m so glad you found me, too, Amy!! Thank youuu!!
xo
Ashley
Remember the game Pretty, Pretty Princess??! It was my favorite everrrr. This outfit is the epitome of that game! This is by far the cutest birthday outfit I have ever seen! I’m glad you feel like a princess, because you definitely look the part:) I hope you had a very special day and indulged in all things worthy of a spectacular birthday celebration. I’m sure your mom is looking down and celebrating in honor of you:) Sending warm wishes and praying that your heart is filled with joy on your special day.
Happy birthday, Katie!!!!!
xo Ashley
Katie Did What
I LOOOOOVED Pretty Pretty Princess!! Ugh, duh. That was the BEST! Thanks for your sweet commnt, Ashley girl!!! <3
xo
Toots
Happiest of birthday blessings. I can’t imagine what it would be like to not have your Mum around for you birthday so I pray God held your hand all day and that it was filled with your most favourite things…and I LOVE the skirt:) xo
Katie Did What
You’re so sweet! Thanks for your comment, and especially for your prayers <3
xo
Amanda Wissmann
YES YES YES! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU PRINCESS! You’re beautiful inside and out!
Katie Did What
Awww Amanda!!! THANK youuuuu, sweet girl! :)
xo
Lauren @ Style of One's Own
This is insanely cute! Love how you paired the pink with the gray. I’m sorry about your mom. :( Can’t even imagine. I hope your day went okay despite that pit. *hugs*
Lauren
Style of One’s Own
Katie Did What
Thanks sweet girl <3 I did have a great day, despite that. Thanks for your kind words!!
xo
Angela
Happy Belated Birthday pretty lady!!!
I know your beautiful, brave mom was celebrating with you xxx
On Saturday I helped my friend celebrate her 30th she also lost her mom recently <3 it was tough but she got through! Stay strong xxx
Katie Did What
Thanks, sweet Angela!!! I love what you said, and know that you’re right!! <3
xo
Katie
I hope you had a grand birthday, girlie. love you!
Katie Did What
Thanks girl. YOU made it even better with your awesome video :) :)
xo
Fash Boulevard
could not be more in love with that skirt. So beyond girly and fabulous. You look amazing, love. If you have a moment, I’d love if you’d check out my latest photo diary. :) xo
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Katie Did What
Thanks girly! :) It’s my new favourite skirt, too!!
xo
Kristen
i absolutely love this dress, everything is perfection. happy late birthday! hope it was awesome, even though your mom wasn’t here physically to celebrate with you. I’m sure she had some awesome birthday dessert to celebrate though in heaven!
Katie Did What
Thanks girly!! :) I’m sure she celebrated too. I could feel her with me!
xo