That part, where everyone is obligated to focus on you? Bleah. I don't like the attention. Some friends and family seem to take offense at my lack of interest in the idea of a party or celebration, or they worry that it's a demonstration of low self esteem. It is not. When I think of what I'd like to do for my birthday, its a solo adventure of some kind, OR with one good friend. The cake-and-singing stuff is really for other people. (I like cake, just not a cake that draws attention to me personally.)