My mom has never been one to celebrate her birthday.  I have never been one to push her into celebrating her birthday.  I don't mind celebrating my birthday.  Mostly because it is a great excuse to get together with family and friends.  BUT do we need to wait for those holidays and birthday to get together.  IS it a good idea to wait for those special days?  Perhaps not because life can change in a blink of an eye!  What are your thoughts on this?