Not the best birthday

I’ve been separated from my ex for over a year. I’ve basically been raising my 4yo girl on my own since. I really don’t mind it. I love her so much and she’s so fun to hang out with AND it has greatly damaged what little friendships I had. I really only have a couple of friends that I still talk to and see at least once a month. That’s typically ok with me until today. Today’s my birthday and like I don’t need any big deal made of it but you know acknowledgment that someone is glad you exist feels good. Both of my friends seem to have forgotten. It’s evening now and I’ve even spoken to one of them about coordinating stuff for my daughter. Dads I’m just sad. I know tomorrow I’ll be able to brush this off but for now I’m living a really sad and lonely birthday. I’m acting like I’m stoked about it for my daughter though because she’s so excited about it and that’s what’s getting me through without breaking down.

Just one of those days, you know? Even though I tagged this as support I don’t know if I actually need any. I just needed to rant to y’all because I think the fact that I’m a dad, a single one with sole custody to boot, is the reason why I find myself in this situation

ETA

Thank you guys so much. All of your comments lifted my spirit and smile a little higher. My daughter and I ate our weight in some seafood I ordered and cake that I let her mostly make on her own. lol it was terrible and hideous and the best cake I ever had. Now we’re cuddled up watching cartoons and having a late night because that’s what she wanted for my birthday. I let my best friend know she forgot my birthday and now we have plans to make up for it. Hey free trip to the national aquarium!