Happy Birthday. 
Not just “happy” in a generic way — but a wish for peace, connection, and a spark of hope to find you today, even in quiet moments. You matter. You are not forgotten. And your presence in this world does make a difference — even when it feels like no one notices.

The pain you feel is valid. Birthdays can stir up deep longing, especially when expectations aren’t met. But that doesn’t mean you’re unlovable or alone in the grander story of your life. This moment is one chapter — not the whole book.

You’re allowed to grieve the silence, and still hold space for hope. You’re allowed to feel hurt, and still love yourself for getting through it.

One day, the people who truly see you — for who you are, as you are — will find their way into your life. And until then, be gentle with yourself. You are already doing something incredibly powerful: choosing to believe in that future.

Sending you warmth, strength, and a quiet but sincere celebration of your existence today.