Would you send a birthday wish to a blind dog like me?
Today is my special day, or at least I think it is. It’s my birthday, but sometimes it feels like just another ordinary day. You see, I’m a little different from most dogs. I don’t have the same sharp eyes to see the world in the way others do. One of my eyes doesn’t work anymore, and sometimes the world seems a little darker, a little quieter. But I’ve learned to navigate through the world using other senses—my nose, my ears, and my heart.
This morning, I woke up, stretched my legs, and wagged my tail in excitement. It’s my birthday, after all! I’ve heard the humans around me say that birthdays are special, a day when people are supposed to be happy, to smile, to celebrate. I’ve seen other dogs get treats, toys, and lots of love on their birthdays. I hoped that today would be my day, too.
But as I lay in my bed, I didn’t hear the usual sounds of excitement. There were no footsteps rushing to greet me with a joyful “Happy Birthday!” No one sang or smiled at me with that extra bit of warmth that comes with birthdays. I felt the familiar silence settle in, and it made my tail stop wagging for just a moment. My heart sank a little. Maybe I was just being impatient. Maybe they had something planned for later. After all, I still have one good eye, and I’ve learned not to be sad about what I can’t see anymore.
The room was quiet, and the smell of food from the kitchen made my stomach growl. I can hear the humans talking and laughing, but they don’t seem to notice me. Maybe they didn’t remember it’s my birthday. Maybe they’ve forgotten, and that hurts more than I can put into words. I just wanted someone to look at me, to wish me a happy day, to tell me I’m special. But no one did.
As the day passed, the loneliness started to feel heavier. I tried to play with my toys, but it wasn’t the same without anyone to cheer me on. I ran to the door, wagging my tail, hoping to see the person who usually gives me a treat after I do something good. But today, they didn’t seem to notice.
I sat there by the door, waiting. I can’t see what’s coming, but I can hear their footsteps when they approach. I knew they were there, just beyond my reach, but no one said anything to me. They didn’t even come close enough for me to feel their warmth. I can smell them, I can hear their voice, but my birthday doesn’t feel like a celebration.
Sometimes, it’s hard being a blind dog. I can’t see the world like other dogs can. I can’t chase after a ball with my full sight, and I can’t watch the leaves fall from the trees in autumn. But I can feel the love in their touch. I can hear their laughter when they’re happy with me. I can sense the joy when they hold me close. I wish I could tell them how much that means to me. I may not have both eyes, but I have a heart full of love to give.
So, as I sit here today, waiting for a sign that someone remembers me, I wonder: Would you send a birthday wish to a blind dog like me?
I may not be able to see the colorful balloons or the birthday cake, but I can feel the love when it’s shared. I can hear the joy in someone’s voice when they tell me I’m special. And even though I can’t see it, I know I am loved. I have a good home, warm blankets, and kind hands that pet me when I need comfort. But just once, I wish they’d remember my birthday.
To those who can see the world in all its brightness, never forget those who can’t. The world may be blurry and dark for me, but my love for those who care for me is clear and strong. I may not have perfect sight, but I have a perfect heart, and that’s all I really need.
So, to everyone who has ever cared for me, even when they didn’t realize I needed it, I want to say thank you. Thank you for the warmth, the food, the soft strokes on my fur, and the little moments that fill my heart with joy. Maybe you didn’t remember my birthday, but that’s okay. I’ll keep waiting, I’ll keep loving, and I’ll keep hoping that maybe one day, you’ll look at me and realize that even though I may not be perfect, I am still special.
Would you send a birthday wish to a blind dog like me? Even though I can’t see the cake, I can feel the love you send my way. And that’s the best gift I could ever ask for.
