Dear Julia

18 things I love about you today and every other day. Happy birthday, my dear.

1. Your heart. It is so big and so kind. I strive to have the same kind of gentleness that you share with everyone.

2. Your dance moves. Nothing makes me laugh or cheers me up like watching you dance to any and all types of music. You know how to get ~groovy.~

3. The way you make those around you feel welcome. It’s truly a gift, and I’m beyond blessed to be on the receiving end of it.

4. Your laugh. Anytime I hear it, I can’t help but join in, even if, 1) it’s not that funny, or 2) I don’t know why I’m laughing.

5. The way you throw yourself into any task. If you want to do something, I know there is absolutely nothing stopping you.

6. Your wanderlust. You want to explore, and you want to see the world. And guess what—soon, you will.

7. Your bravery. Speaking of seeing the world, you get to start with Oregon