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As 2021 is giving some of us a rough start, it is also unplugging the purpose of celebrating birthdays. Since the nation is still facing the pandemic, people born from January to March are now celebrating at a distance. According to the article “The Most Common Social Distancing Confusion, Explained By Medical Experts,” 37 percent of respondents think social distancing outside “is less important…” In comparison, 24 percent believe it should be indoors only.
If you’re determined to celebrate your or your loved one’s birthday indoors or outdoors, here are some suggestions to enjoy the big day.
Indoors
- Celebrate by Decorating – You can decorate your loved one’s door to bring in the spirit on their special day. This brings out the joy for them and you (and make sure you clean the doorknob if you or someone else touches it).
- Prepare Their Favorite Meal or Order Take Out – Whether it’s a homecooked meal or their favorite restaurant, you can’t say “Happy Birthday” without their favorite dish.
- Make or Order Dessert – You can grab a box of cake, cookies, pudding, or pie mixes at a local grocery store and create one of their favorite treats. Or better yet, order it!
- Zoom with Family and Friends – There’s nothing wrong with spending some quality time with the ones you love on a virtual call.
- Drink up! – For adults (in a responsible and socially distancing manner), have a birthday gathering with your family and close friends with their go-to drink and have a good old time.
- Stream it and Watch it – Watch your or your loved one’s favorite and latest sitcoms or movies on your favorite streaming services.
Outdoors
- Out to Eat! – As long you and your faves have face masks (and the restaurant follows the CDC guidelines), you can enjoy eating out to celebrate.
- Photoshoot – You can take your birthday pictures with a local photographer (from a distance) to capture a memorable moment.
- Rent Out a Movie Theater/Event Venue – You can rent out a venue or movie theater with the people you care about, and make sure to have a thermometer to check their temperatures before they enter and enjoy a safe celebration.
- Road Trip – Have you wanted to visit a city or two since quarantine began? Why not hop in your car with a group of friends and make a memorable birthday by going out of town!
What are your thoughts? Leave your comments below!
Updated on May 20, 2022
