Quote by Goran Ivanisevic

At her birthday, my seven-year-old daughter will say that she wants these big cakes and certain expensive toys as presents, and I can't say no to her. It would just break my heart. But when I was little, for birthdays we just played outside and we were happy if we got any cake.


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Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting perspectives on birthdays between generations. The speaker's daughter desires lavish gifts and grand celebrations, seemingly influenced by a consumerist culture. However, the speaker reminisces about a simpler time when the key to happiness was playing outside with minimal expectations. It suggests a shift from appreciating the intangibles of childhood to emphasizing material possessions, sadness for lost innocence, and a longing for simplicity in celebrations.

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Birthday
By Goran Ivanisevic
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