Aub,

I can count on two hands how many years I’ve known and loved you. 

I can’t, however, count on two hands how many times you have shown me love,

grace, 

mercy,

kindness.

Your soul has always reminded me of the sun: 

bright,

brilliant, 

beautiful. 

You are a soft breeze on the ocean’s shore,

the sparkle in excited eyes,

the glass of wine after a long day.

You are the comfort of a best friend.

I couldn’t put into words how much you light up my world; how often you make me smile in the midst of sadness.

You deserve every happiness this life has to offer; to have every door opened for you.

Thank you for believing in me when I couldn’t and supporting me through thick and thin.

You are my ride or die; the Caroline to my Elena.

Happy 21st Birthday. You are loved beyond measure.

All my love, Em