To my favorite person,
I can't believe I actually get to be here for this birthday. I hope that you know we're celebrating one way or another. Personally, I'm very grateful that you're alive. I'm trying not to get too sentimental but I have to admit that it's hard. Maybe you've just made a softie out of me. One of us has to be I suppose.
After I visited you at work, I started to think about ravens. About the good and bad they've represented over time and over various mythologies. They can represent transformation, prophecy, insight and even protection. All things I feel like you provide for those around you. Especially the women in your care. I found this necklace and it made me think of you. And also made me think about how even prophetic protectors need protecting and care too. So I hope this reminds you of it.
I also really just wanted to get you an expensive bottle of Jack because I know that he truly is your favorite man. The book is for when we move to that piece of land one day and you become a master gardener and horticulturist. Just some light reading to skim through on any given day.
I'm dropping these off now and coming back with breakfast. I plan to annoy you for as much of this day as I can. You deserve to be celebrated, Nell. You always have.
Happy Birthday. I love you.
Yours always,
Devon
@nelliedecker














