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    The Do's And Don'ts Of Having An Awesome Birthday

    A simple guide for celebrating the best day of the year.

    DO Check Facebook Every Few Hours.

    DON'T Forget To Tell Everyone Offline.

    DO Wear a Festive Party Hat.

    DON'T Forget About Balloons!!!

    DO Get a Birthday Cake.

    DON'T Feel the Need to Share.

    DO Get Excited.

    DON'T Compromise.

    DO Celebrate With a Drink.

    DON'T Forget About Food.

    DO Make Sure to Include a Little Fanciness.

    DON'T Think We Didn't Get You a Gift.

    So There Ya Go.