Birthday Fun

I'm just gonna come out and say it and sound like an old lady. There is no way in hell I would ever again have a birthday like my first "real" one in New York, even though it was my 27th. Was it awesome? Of course! Could I venture out to start the night at 11:30pm now? Hell to the no. I know we both felt so cool though and it was the start of many more birthdays in which you'd help me feel so special. Jesse AND Tahar?! Awww yeah:

When I think back on this birthday of mine, it's just so eclectic and funny to me. I mean, see for yourself:

One word: Jeeeeohhh. Hahahaha! I also love that 'who cehs?!' is in there, too. My oh my, what a night. Yet another gin ending too, ugh. Let's not think about that.

Birthdays are a time of joy and celebration. I know that yours haven't always been the greatest but I want you to know that I don't need a birthday as a reason to celebrate you. You are a magnificent woman with a deep sense of thoughtfulness and selflessness. You've helped me more times in my life than I can count and you've been an instrumental part of my journey when it comes to being successful. We've had conversations in the recent past about how I always strived to be like you and how I never felt I measured up. Ironically, you're one of the few who has helped me see my potential and not be afraid of it. I will always celebrate you, Allison. I am so thankful for the friend and sister that you are. I wish so many people could have a relationship like ours and I am proud of it! I had so much fun putting together your surprise "30th" last year and having all the people we love come out to celebrate YOU. Not even kidding, this might be one of my favorite photos from that night because of both of the joy on all three of our faces:

That was such a fun night. You deserved to be the center of attention and I was overjoyed that nearly all the people invited were able to come. They all came out to make you feel loved and appreciated so I hope you felt and absorbed that. Here's just a few of my favorite shots from the night to help you remember just how fun it was:

I. Love. This.:

 The best photo in history:

I know this post seems out of order but, because I just had my birthday and we moved here so close to it before, it made me reflect on and think about how special I really have felt because of you. I don't tell you often enough how important you are to me or what significant role you play in my life. With birthdays on my mind today, for whatever reason, I wanted to be sure and let you know how much better the world is with you in it. Now, that is some troof.