“Celebrating a New Birthday, While Still Embracing the Good Old Days.”

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Jai guru deva, OM (Nothing’s Gonna Change My World!)

Foreword!
This year is a leap year, which makes the Gregorian calendar a bit confusing compared to the Persian calendar. While the Persian calendar also includes a leap year, the extra day falls at the end of the last month of the Persian year and marks the end of (next) winter. In contrast, the extra day in the Gregorian calendar has already transitioned by February, when we reached the leap year.
After researching, I discovered that my brother Al’s birthday is tomorrow. Unfortunately, I won’t have time to celebrate it then. So, I’ve decided to post this celebration today, and I’m sure Al won’t mind!

If we consider earthly time, he would be seventy-two; however, if one leaves the earth, time (and place)—at least in this variant—will no longer exist. However, as I still hear these tiktoks of the erosive passage of earthy time and count them, I return to these events to refresh my memories.

One of the memories that lingers in my mind is undoubtedly the Beatles. We grew up with them, and I clearly remember how, in the early sixties, we eagerly collected every new poster of theirs to hang on our room walls. This was somewhat unusual in Iran then, as most other youths listened to Iranian music. So, in our own way, we were odd!!!

Later, one of their songs, “Two Of Us,” became one of our favourites because it was about the “two” of us. I believe every lost child wants to find their way back home.

And I still hold onto those memories, learning from his wisdom; he was always a few steps ahead of me.

It’s my 31st birthday, and I imitate pink panthers!!

Honestly, I didn’t plan to post anything this weekend because I didn’t have time to come up with an idea. However, Al’s birthday inspired me to write a post. Additionally, tomorrow marks the anniversary of John Lennon’s shooting, so I’ve combined these two events in my thoughts. I believe Al and John share many points in common.

May their souls rest in peace.
Nothing’s gonna change your worlds!
Happy earthy birthday, dear peculiar brother.

40 thoughts on ““Celebrating a New Birthday, While Still Embracing the Good Old Days.””

  2. Happy Heavenly birthday to your beloved brother, Al! May his spirit rise from beyond and embrace you, Aladin. How remarkable it is that he and John Lennon died on the same day (perhaps not year?). Especially as you both loved his and the Beatles music. I notice that “Jai guru deva” is used not only as a greeting, farewell, mantra but a blessing too, so feels just perfect for your post. Love and light, Deborah.

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    • Dear Deborah, your words are so lovely that I believe Al is enjoying them right now. Al left in June, as his birthday was almost the day John was shot; however, their style of life and their special love for their mother were unique. Thank you for your heartfelt comment, dear angel.🙏💖🤗

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  4. Happy Birthday Al! Happy memories Aladin!

    You achieved an enviable closeness to your brother.

    John Lennon achieved an enviable love with many in the world.

    Al and John and you are bound by this. It’s a wonderful thing.

    So, Your name is Aladin. Your brothers name is Al. Al could be a nickname for Aladin.

    I find this interesting, another closeness, perhaps.

    Be well!

    🕊🤍🌹❦🌟

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  6. niasunset's avatar niasunset

    Happy heavenly birthday to Al, memories will be always great, they are ours only treasures… While reading your memories, I understand that we traveled through the same time periods but in different places… And that legendary band, the Beatles, found a place in the minds and hearts of so many people… My room, I remember, in one day I covered all the walls covered with posters and pictures of them. When my parents saw the room got crazy with me… It was just painted, I mean all the walls. I smile now… Thank you, Love, nia

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  7. Happy heavenly birthday to Al, enjoy all of those happy memories you have of time spent with him Aladin. He and John Lennon left too soon…yet they have both left precious legacies for you to remember them by. Love and light, Lin

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  11. Jean Raffa's avatar Jean Raffa

    Happy belated birthday to Al. I think having an annual celebration for his birthday is a wonderful way to keep him close to your heart. May the love you felt for him continue too keep you strong, determined, gentle, and kind in the face of life’s many injustices. I admire your fortitude! Jeanie

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    • Heartfelt thanks, dear Jeanie.
      Honestly, I can’t think beyond him. He is always present in every movement I make and with every new idea that occupies my mind.
      Your precious admiration gives me immense power and fortitude, my adorable teacher. Sending love and gratitude. 🥰🙏💖🌹

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  13. Happy belated birthday, and the very best wishes to our beloved Al – fellow Jungian, rock music enthusiast and inspirational older brother🙏🙏🙏 – I think of him as a Stars Wars Force Ghost now – watching over you and your family and friends in times of need. A powerful ally forever.

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    • Thank you, buddy. Interestingly, when Al passed away, I noticed that I was the only remaining member of our small family. Then, I looked at those Star Wars Force Ghosts—my father, mother, and Al—watching over me from up there!😅🖖🤗🙏

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  16. Elaine Mansfield's avatar Elaine Mansfield

    Beautiful, Aladin. I always enjoy your memories of Al and mourn for him with you. I always remember my one brother and, of course, Vic. We carry those we love in our hearts. I’m so glad you have loving memories of Al. Blessings as the earth turns and we ever so slowly have more light and warmth.

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