28.

 
Dear Daniel,

          Happy 28th Birthday! Despite how much I tease you, you are not an old man. You are, however, MY MAN. And I love you dearly.

          I didn't have the honor of celebrating your 27th Birthday with you... however it wasn't long after that when we met. They say that when a woman meets her soul mate, she just knows... and you know what? When I met you, I knew.

          I will always remember the first time we talked-- about succulents, cacti, and our mutual love for planting gardens. I will always remember our first kiss at Bardenay. I will always remember the moment I told you I was falling in love with you at Merrill Park. I will always remember the look on your face when you gave me my first succulent and mix CD. I even remember what you wore that day-- your favorite white polo. I will always remember our firsts-- first time going to Disneyland together, first helicopter trip together and catching our first fish (and lizards!) together.

          I love it that we're always taking adventures together. We never relax. We never rest. Instead, we enjoy every moment together. I can't wait to enjoy every moment of your 28th year. I can't wait to see what it brings us, the new journeys we will take, and I know each new day will bring us closer together and even more in love with each other. Happy Birthday, my Sweets. This is YOUR day.

                                                                                                                                          Love Always,

                                                                                                                                              Your Aunie ♥