you were 26 in this picture. now you’re 27. // you had me laughing day one and it hasn’t stopped since. you change a room when you walk in. we might be complete opposites, but i couldn’t possibly love you more. here’s to you!!
a heart bigger than your body and a smile that never leaves your face- raquelle, you make everything brighter. you are a friend to all and everyone is better for it. you deserve all of the celebration. here’s to you and all that this year will hold!
this is what dreams are made of.
it’s fair to say, we nailed it yesterday.
hands down the best thing i’ve found in hawaii. to celebrate you twice in one week only feels right. you deserve every bit. your first thought is always others and your first steps are always in the direction of good. easy, generous, and as good as they come- i am grateful to call you mine. love you beyond. happy birthday, sis!!
this little girl has the best momma! couldn’t be more excited about your next chapter, amy.
passionate as they come and always living life to the fullest. i’m never not laughing with you. // caroline, you are loved.
i have no idea where a year went, but one year ago today you came in and life has been better ever since. your permanent smile can make even the worst day good. and your laugh is as good as it gets. you are a lover of people, a steady observer, and an adventurer. you give joy in big doses and you are easy come, easy go. these things are going to take you far, bub. and i can’t wait to cheer you on every step of the way! here’s to your biggest days, your best day, and every day in between. gates, this aunt loves you big!!
day dreaming of recreating this.
i could stay here forever.
new place, new adventures.
and one more because yesterday was good and this one is as good as they come.
reunion feels.
good morning.
of all the people who could be added to the family, i’m continually grateful that it was you! celebrating you big today. and don’t you worry- i ate chocolate with breakfast in your honor. happy birthday, cierra!
the true sign of intelligence is not knowledge, but imagination. -albert einstein
this guy.
when two of the greatest come together- you dance, a lot. #itszaun
special and significant. these are the best words i can attach to the last few days. seeing all over again the way good things have been tightly weaved together. challenged and encouraged by the faithful giants who continue to show up and lead well. the give of many left me better. saying thank you over and over again today.
i’m fully convinced there is none better. best place, best people.
you being as tall as me was never a part of the plan. time slow down.
i haven’t moved past these words since i heard them. this is it.
you will never not be my favorite.
few things are better than watching your brother become a dad.