For my birthday, my husband gave me an empty phone box, while my mother-in-law filmed my reaction with her brand-new iPhone. He thought it was hilarious — until I put him in his place. 
It was my 40th birthday — a big milestone I had been preparing for weeks. I decorated the house, set the table, invited family and friends. The evening started wonderfully — laughter, music, toasts, memories. Everyone congratulated me, hugged me, wished me happiness. I was truly happy… until one moment changed everything.
