Aww BA, I would worry about being with the wrong person over being alone. I have always spent my birthdays with my family, including my parents. Tradition I guess. Looking back though, I can't think who else I would want to spend the day with.
Don't get in a panic over Barbara, you've only dated a few times right? On top of that I am sure you notice how not being available has got you bothered. It works in reverse too. I don't think she is playing games. I think she is really busy. Maybe you should make yourself busy too and not with just dating either.
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Me-53(and learning!) S24, S21, D18, D17 Just keep swimming, Just keep swimming. Dory