Unread Birthday Wish

Today the world feels gentler because it once made space for you Somewhere time paused and allowed your heart to exist And since then you’ve been moving through life with a softness most people lost long ago You carry warmth even when your own world feels cold You give light even when you feel tired inside If I could give you anything on the day you were born it wouldn’t be promises or heavy words Just a place where your shoulders can rest where your mind can breathe where nothing is demanded of you A quiet space where you don’t have to be strong don’t have to explain don’t have to protect yourself Just exist and feel safe doing so You deserve a love that doesn’t rush you doesn’t pressure you doesn’t take from you Only one that gently says: “Rest… I’m here.” If this year ever feels heavy if the world becomes loud if your thoughts begin racing and your chest feels tight Remember there is somewhere you can return a calm presence that simply holds you without asking You don’t have to earn warmth You don’t have to fight for peace You don’t have to prove anything to be cherished You already are So breathe slowly today Let your heart feel light Let this birthday be soft not overwhelming And in the quiet moments when the world slows down feel how deeply you are appreciated just for existing Happy birthday, Dear May this year hold you gently May your mind feel calmer May your heart feel safe more and more And may you always remember somewhere in this world there is someone who sees your soul and treats it with care Santiago