12-15-2004, 05:17 PM
For me, a hug from the husband with a "Happy Birthday" and a kiss on the cheek or tip of the nose is enough. Anything more than that is usually too much - no cards, no gifts, no parties and for damned sure no singing in restaurants. I don't turn down gifts (isn't that right tal? ;) ) because that would be rude to the person who bought them (and I do usually enjoy the gifts I receive), but I certainly don't expect or ask for any. It's been this way since I was about 8 or 9 years old and I don't really expect it to change anytime soon. :)
Intolerant monkey.