[custom_adv] Birthday parties looked different this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 epidemic, but families still found a way to make their their loved ones' milestones feel extra special. From breakfast in bed to socially distanced parades, see how America celebrated safely — and joyfully — at home. [custom_adv] If you’re like me, you’re one of the “lucky” ones who has a birthday coming up during a global pandemic. That’s okay, I didn’t want to celebrate my birthday anyway. After all, singing “Happy Birthday” used to mean more than teaching people to wash their hands for 20 seconds. [custom_adv] But seriously, just because we’re practicing social distancing or quarantining ourselves at home doesn’t mean we can’t also have a little fun, right? In fact, celebrating a birthday can be a bright spot in a time of dismal news stories and economic uncertainty. [custom_adv] Whether you live alone or with a partner, roommate or family, there are ways to celebrate someone’s big day while still being safe. One thing’s for certain—this is a birthday none of us will soon forget.
