Bright, Count your blessings that he did text you and wished you a a happy birthday. It's the thought that counts. Cards are great, but there are times when the thought is so much more. In fact cards are over rated. Some of us don't get either.
I don't think you are fading away into the sunset in his mind. If you were, he wouldn't have texted you at all. Yes, you did have some expectations and you need to dial them back down again. You have to remember that he's acting out and most kids don't get cards, but use the phone, email and/or text communications these days.
Again, you are very lucky he recognized your special day.
I do hope that you will enjoy the rest of your day.
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.
