Birthdays are often celebrated with parties, fancy dinners, or intimate gatherings with loved ones. However, at their core, they are about appreciation—cherishing moments with those around us, no matter how simple the celebration is.
One Singaporean embraced this idea by spending her 22nd birthday playing UNO with migrant workers at the beach.
An Unconventional Yet Meaningful Celebration
TikTok user @/lovlyaphrodite shared a video of her special day, where she was initially seen sitting on a picnic mat with a birthday cake topped with a “22” candle.
What began as a casual beachside celebration soon became a heartwarming moment when two migrant workers joined her and her friend for a game of UNO.
Laughter and Friendship Over a Game of Cards
Throughout the video, the group was seen laughing and reacting enthusiastically to the game.
At one point, a worker made a strategic move, sparking laughter, as the video transitioned to the birthday girl guiding one of them on which card to play.
Their easygoing interaction saw a shared moment of joy beyond language or background.
Recognizing the Contributions of Migrant Workers
The group took a photo together as night fell, marking the end of a spontaneous and meaningful celebration.
She then captioned her post with a message, “Treat the workers well, they are the ones who built Singapore.” urging kindness toward migrant workers, acknowledging their role in building what Singapore is today.
Netizens in Awe
Many commenters praised the young woman for her kindness, with some emphasizing the importance of treating migrant workers with respect and appreciation.
One user pointed out a small but endearing detail, noting how the workers weren’t even sitting on the mat, calling them “so precious.” 
Another user humorously questioned who was responsible for giving one of the workers multiple “plus” cards, observing that he had a large stack in his hands.
Another user expressed both curiosity and hesitation about interacting with migrant workers, saying, “I want to try, but I’m scared.” The creator reassured them saying the workers were friendly and that there was nothing to be afraid of.
Others flooded the comment section with birthday wishes and appreciation for the kind gesture.
Some thanked her for treating the workers well, acknowledging that they are often mistreated despite being in Singapore to support their families.
Many simply expressed their warmth with short but heartfelt messages, calling the moment “sweet,” “wholesome,” and “a very rich birthday.”
This simple yet touching act shows that birthdays don’t have to be extravagant to be special—sometimes, the most meaningful moments come unexpectedly.
Watch the video here:
@lovlyaphrodite treat the workers well they are the ones who built singapore! #besties #bestfriend
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