Big props to my daddy right now. He has guaranteed me a unique birthday experience, by purchasing a hotel room in DC for my friends and I. Come February 14, we are going to the ultra swanky, modern Helix hotel. The hotel was picked for drinking purposes, since one of the most popular bars in DC, The Helix Lounge, is located right in the lobby. Hey, I only get to be 22 once right? Not only that, but I want to take advantage of the fact that all my friends are here together in Baltimore…before we all depart ways in a few months:(.

My birthday is by far my favorite day of the year.  I dedicate the day to only myself. I want out of class ?? Sure Lauren its your birthday. I want to spend a mass amount a money shopping for myself?? Of course Lauren its your day. I want to lay in bed all morning and eat tons of chocolates? Hell yea, go for it! I get to be as selfish and irresponsible with no guilt whatsoever. Not to the mention the fact that its a national holiday for love?..ok let me stop before I surely make you hate me for gushing. I got to think about my past few birthdays and how lucky ive been. Ill never forget my freshman year birthday with my first real valentine. The night consisted of a little italy restaurant, cannolis and champagne. It couldnt have been better. Or my sophomore year when my first love tricked me into believing that I wouldnt see him for another few days, but ended up outside my dorm the night of my birthday. I was in complete shock, since my roomies had led me to believe we were on our way to my bday dinner, but instead this familiar boy was waiting for me outside.  I literally cried. I guess im a sap for romantic gestures, which probably makes my birthday so appropriate.  This year however Cat, Robin, Kathy, Megan and Jordan will all be my valentines and we definitely celebrate it to the fullest <3.