Mr. Gilbert's 25th - a post for him

Tomorrow Jake turns 25. My mind has been constantly stuck on what to get him. I want this birthday to feel perfect. I feel that 25 is such a BIG DEAL. For those of you that know my husband well, he is the WORST person to shop for in the entire world. I have ideas in my head of what I think would make a wonderful 25th birthday gift but I know in all reality not many things would get him all that excited. Although I am going to try to purchase him something, I know no matter what I buy...unless maybe it was a Powerstroke....he wont remember it in a few years or way later in life and it wont make a difference to him one way or the other- so- i decided to share a post about him. One that will celebrate his 25 years of life. This note will live on my blog- where he can visit it again while feeling discouraged, remembering what he has accomplished- and how appreciated and loved he really is.

Jake,

Happy 25th birthday. This year we celebrate a quarter-of-a-century of you! You have accomplished so much just since I have known you and have grown into a man. I remember when I first met you, I thought you were such a trouble maker- and maybe you were at times- but you were a fabulous dad and had such a heart for your family. Your family loved you so much as well and would do anything for you, as would many, you had a way about you that captured people's hearts and I saw that from the moment that I met you. Quickly you captured mine and I began to know the man that you really were. You have always been a go-getter. You would not settle for mediocre and you never have. You learned your strengths and have put them to the test through business endeavors and personal endeavors. You have grown stronger and stronger- and learned more and more about yourself. You win over people who meet you with your geniune personality and stand out no matter what crowd you are in. You are, without a doubt, a good time- encouraging people to live to the fullest and truly enjoy life. You really teach me to "be cool" ;) and let go. Of all the people I know, you have the strongest qualities of a best friend and a loyal person.  You are also such a natural with kids and a great dad. I am so excited to see where you are in another 25 years. I love you so very much. Happy Birthday my love!

Beth