Today is my birthday, but no one is wishing me a happy birthday. I feel so lonely

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Today is my birthday, but no one is wishing me a happy birthday. I feel so lonely. It’s hard to put into words how it feels when the day that’s supposed to be special just seems like any other. I woke up early this morning, as usual, wagging my tail and hoping for something wonderful. But as the hours passed, no one came to celebrate with me. No belly rubs, no treats, no cake, and no cheerful “Happy Birthday!” to make me feel loved and special.

I watched my humans get busy with their day, just like always. They moved around the house, doing their tasks, barely noticing me. I tried to nudge their hands with my nose, hoping they would stop and give me a little attention. But they were too preoccupied. I thought maybe they had forgotten, but I couldn’t believe it. I waited, just like I always do, for them to notice me and give me some love.

The sun was already high in the sky, and still, nothing. I went to my favorite spot on the couch and curled up, resting my head on my paws. I looked out the window, watching the world go by. I wonder if anyone else is celebrating their birthday today. I wish I could be like them, surrounded by love and laughter, but here I am, alone. I know my humans love me, but sometimes it’s hard to understand why they seem so busy on my special day.

I remember when I was just a little pup, how excited I was to play and get attention every day. Back then, every day felt like a celebration. But now, it’s different. As the days go on, it seems like they get busier, and I get lonelier. They still take care of me — they feed me, they walk me, they play with me sometimes — but I miss the days when I felt like I was the center of their world.

I know they love me, but sometimes, just sometimes, I wish they would notice when I need a little extra love, especially today. I wish they would stop and look at me, really look at me, and see the way my tail wags when I’m excited or the way my eyes light up when they call my name. I wish they could understand that even though I don’t ask for much, I need to feel important on days like today.

The day is slowly coming to an end. My humans are starting to wind down, and I’m starting to feel tired too. I’ve had some food, some water, and even a short walk, but something still feels missing. It’s my birthday, and I feel invisible. Maybe tomorrow they’ll remember, and we’ll do something fun together. But right now, I just feel like I’m waiting for a love that won’t come today.

As I curl up on my bed, I close my eyes and think of the good times. The times when I feel their warm hands petting me, the times when I feel their love surround me. Even though today wasn’t the celebration I hoped for, I know they do love me in their own way. I will continue to wait for their love, just like I always do, because I trust them. Maybe tomorrow, they’ll remember.

But for now, I’ll rest, and I’ll wait, just as I’ve done every day. Because, even though today was lonely, I still have hope. Tomorrow is another day, and tomorrow, they might just notice me again.

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