One reason is because they are totally different from the
ones you did not get. So then, when you use them in the
future, you will not remember the unpleasant Saga.

Another reason is because you actually were able to go
successfully and purchased the dishes that you wanted,
without any bother by anyone else.

Finally, you actually were able to honor your parents wishes
in spending your birthday money on yourself and on what you
really wanted to buy for yourself. That is very successful for
a Mommy to be able to do that.

By the way, the icee reward is an awesome idea.
Love ya!