So my (16F) birthday was recently, and I’ll be honest—birthdays are kind of a big deal to me. I don’t expect fireworks or anything, but I feel like it’s fair to want the people you care about to show they care back, even a little?

One of my friends (17F) has never really put much effort into my birthday. Last year she either forgot it completely or sent me a “happy bday” text the next day, I don’t even remember. This year, she sent me a one line “happy birthday” text. No emoji, no call, no “love you” or “hope it was good” just “happy birthday.” That’s it.

Meanwhile, she posts long stories for all her other friends’ birthdays. Full-on tributes. And I’m not gonna lie it kind of stung.

Especially because I’ve done a lot for her. I always buy her stuff, share things, let her come over to my house all the time etc and I’ve never expected anything big in return. I just thought we were closer than that.

Anyway, her birthday is today… and I didn’t say anything. No post, no text. And now I’m getting hit with the “wow you’re petty” energy from some mutual friends.

So… AITA for not acknowledging her birthday after how little effort she put into mine?