Birthmonth

Five stars. (★★★★★)

I'm really getting into this idea. We should spend a whole month rewarding ourselves, reflecting on life and appreciating our blessings. There should be multiple cakes. It's too much for one day.

I considered whether to go by the calendar month (Jan 1-31) or the Zodiac month (Jan 20-Feb 18 for Aquarius) and decided on the former.

This January I enjoyed the first full moon of 2026, and the last days of the holiday break. I went to Tahoe for snow and solitude for my Quiet Birthday (TM) and spent my actual birthday in Colorado with the Cabibbos.

On this last day, I pushed myself to the trail to see the almost-full moon and enjoyed a hot tub + sauna session at Watercourse Way thanks to thoughtful gift cards. After an afternoon of laundry and other less-fun activities, I'm settled on the couch with wine, laptop and one last slice of cake. Life is good.