He sent me a happy birthday GIF last night. Couldn’t even be bothered to type a message. It made me happy and angry at the same time. I’m not responding.

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I’m back from celebrating my birthday and just gave it a 👍🏼. I felt OK responding with the same amount of effort he put into it.

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Maybe even respond 23 hrs later. Put him in his place

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Location?

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Ugh delete the message. Get ready and smash the day! Happy birthday to you!!

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Happy birthday! 🎉

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