I hate them too landskaperdan. On so many levels. And "the song"! UGH! Lol, iluvdukie1... hear you! It is strictly not allowed. As my people circle is very small, I don't have much hoo-hah to deal with. I also do as some others have said --and recommend-- simply doing something you like on the day. Makes something about it enjoyable anyway.

(Hey though -- here is a cool thing. You share the EXACT same birthday as our lovely Anika!)