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Pre-Birthday Vibes: Road Trip, Fries, and Family Feels in Southfield, MI

Pre-Birthday Vibes: Road Trip, Fries, and Family Feels in Southfield, MI

Nothing sets the tone for a birthday like a little pre-celebration adventure—and honey, that’s exactly what went down! The day before my birthday, my sister and I hit the road for a quick trip to Southfield, Michigan. She had some business to take care of, and I was more than happy to tag along. Sometimes, the best conversations happen when you’re just riding and vibing.

Let me tell you—Southfield was HOT. I mean, nearly 90 degrees and of course, the rental car we got had no working air conditioner. Yes, you read that right. No AC in June? In Michigan? Baby, it felt like we were riding through a portable sauna. But somehow, sweating and all, we laughed through it. The kind of heat where you roll down the window, but all you get is a gust of hot breath from the universe.

Now let’s talk about the real star of the day: the fries.

We stopped at this little spot—I don’t even remember the name, but I won’t forget the taste. These fries were chef’s kiss. They came loaded with grilled onions, chili sauce, mustard, ketchup… just messy enough to ruin your shirt but delicious enough to not even care. You know the food is good when everybody’s quiet and all you hear is crunching and “mmhmm.” Whoever made those fries? God used their hands.

Despite the heat and that AC struggle, we had a good time. We talked about life, childhood memories, goals, and what I wanted for my birthday. And speaking of that…

Tomorrow is my birthday! 🎉🎂

We’re planning to keep the celebration going by going out to a soul food restaurant—because what’s a birthday without mac & cheese, collard greens, and a plate you need both hands to carry? I’m just grateful to be alive, be loved, and be full (literally and emotionally).

So cheers to pre-birthday joy, family road trips, delicious fries, and sweating it out together. Tomorrow we eat like it’s a holiday—because it is. It’s my day.

Question for You:
What’s your favorite way to celebrate your birthday—quiet and chill or turn all the way up? Let me know in the comments!

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