happy birthday to you.

i've always wished you well, and i still do with every quiet part of me that remembers.

thank you for surviving this far,

for being such a kind soul in such a cruel world.

life won't always be gentle, there will be storms, and you won't always understand why they come.

but hang in there, you'll be fine.

you always have been.

i keep hoping the world gives you the warmest hugs when you need them,

because i can't.

i just hope you're surrounded by kindness, and people who make you feel safe, even when no one says a word.

hope today brings you peace, joy, and all the happiness you truly deserve.

when i say i'll cheer loudly for you,

i mean it,

so loud that you won't hear the doubts,

even if you'll never hear it,

i still believe in you.

congrats on everything that's been happening in your life lately.

i know it all,

every single bit of it,

but every word stays caught at the tip of my tongue.

i wish i could say all of this to you out loud,

but i won't ruin your life anymore.

still, somewhere deep down,

kinda wish you'd get here and kiss my face, instead you're somewhere far away.

once again, happy birthday.

and the party's still for you.