Birthday: Why 8’s?


My Special Day Again

Wasn’t it just 365 days ago when I wrote a birthday message? How time flies! Last year, I spent my birthday reflecting on my achievements. I realized I haven’t done much with myself. Fortunately, I got a job that made me rethink my purpose. Through this job and the acquaintances I made, I began to see things from a new perspective. I understand that, as one human race, the world can work together to thrive, and that everyone can make a difference, no matter how small. But we only have to try.

Today and other August 8s will forever remain special days for me. I see it as my lucky day – the day a tiny ruddy boy came shrieking and kicking the air. Several years later, I would figuratively metamorphose from a pod into a caterpillar and into an adult butterfly. I would go on to fly, to write fantastic stuff about nature and my continent. Now that’s a very short his-story. 😉

Why 8’s?

My unique birthday digits made me wonder why I had so many 8s. As a religious person, I believe that there’s a purpose, and this set of wonderful, exotic 8’s didn’t fall from the sky. So what is it?

Over the past couple of days, I decided to research the number 8 because it was the main digit on my birthday. This sudden interest led me to look up Google pages, watch YouTube videos, and read blog articles. I’m surprised at the search results, which were mostly from astrologers. Some videos indicated that the number 8 symbolizes abundance and infinity (okay, it’s that simple. If you turn your phone sideways, then 8 will turn to my mathematical friend Infinitum ).

Some believe that the number 8 is an angel number. How can I doubt that? I would love to be an angel after all. Haha! 😇

Birthday Wish

Last year, I decided not to make any personal wishes. This year, I wish to secure a scholarship to complete my graduate education abroad. I don’t know how it will happen, but I pray it does by some miracle.

Furthermore, I wish myself joy and happiness. Determining to tap into the significance of my birth numbers, I pray for infinite peace and love for all humanity. Now, here’s a happy birthday wish to me and all August-born. Dear friends, please celebrate with me. 🎉


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