It’s my birthday today—4/20, which in California means that everyone seems to be celebrating me. It was a quiet birthday, just like I wanted. Aneesah, as usual, made me feel loved, and I’m feeling grateful for this life of mine. For growing old together (and growing together) with my best friend. I’ve come further than I thought I would, and have farther still to go, but the best part is all of the unknowable stuff in between. I often feel like I’m not doing enough, but reading Aneesah’s thoughtful message today reminded me of just how much has happened in the past year. It’s easy to take things for granted. It’s nice to be reminded that we should not.