. . . but some things seem worth a blog post. This was an email I was about to send to my friend, Two Pretzels. Just as I was about to hit the “Send” button, I thought a public blog-style birthday celebration was necessary.
Kylee, this one is for you. . .
I went to bed thinking about you last night. Then, I woke up thinking about you this morning. Birthday’s are a funny thing, aren’t they? At least for me, they draw me toward reflection about a person. Who they are and who they are in my life. Knowing that your birthday was today I was thinking about you yesterday and just how much someone I have rarely seen in person has truly touched my life. True, it started in college as I watched your free spirit and open heart from afar, but it became more as I began reading Two Pretzels. . . (how many years ago?). I tend to think too much (I know) but I often think–what if she hadn’t started her blog? Her space that allowed me to get to know her a bit more. Her space that I watched from afar for so long before I was brave enough to even comment. Her space that challenged me, made me laugh, and allowed me to feel closer to someone who in my eyes seems (and is) bigger than life. Her space that eventually led to my space which has ultimately changed my life. What if Kylee had never opened the doors to Two Pretzels?
Truly, my life would be very, very different.
I want you to know that I am celebrating you today. I am so thankful for who you are. After we left that gathering a S’s house in July I noted to Chad. . . “Kylee is just a ball of sunshine.” Kylee, you bring light into a room and I want you to know that your rays have reached far from Mexico to Ohio and impacted my life more than my words could ever say.
Happy Birthday to you, Kylee. Happy Birthday.
Much Love to you,
Summer
Ky, today’s song is in honor of you (and Lila). Michael Buble is playing for you.
Yes, this was going to be an email. But sometimes, a public birthday wish is necessary.
Very nicely written. And you're so right. We've all gotten to know her a bit better through her blog – lucky us!
Thank you, Mickey D. And. . . I completely agree.
LOVE!
Thank you!!
Loved this!
(And if it wasn't for Kylee and her amazing gift to bring people together, many of us wouldn't even know each other! She is awesome)
Thank you, J! I agree. . . was she the beginning of it all? I believe so!
I have the chills from my fingertips to my toes – REALLY. (I didn't even know I could have the chills on my fingertips.) Summer, sweet Summer, while I don't think I deserve those words — I'm appreciative. And if I had a little something in you creating THIS place, well — that pleases me. Truthfully, that makes my heart grow a little.
I love you, sweet friend. Thank you for this.