Hey loves, today marks a special day – it’s my best friend Sadey’s birthday! 🎉
Sadey, if you’re reading this (which you probably are because you’re my number one supporter), this blog post is all about you.

It’s been almost a year since I last wrote, and I couldn’t think of a better occasion to break that dry spell than to celebrate someone as extraordinary as you. Over the past few days, I’ve been struggling to find the perfect words for your birthday message, but here goes:

Firstly, you know I love being extra, especially on your birthday. Every year, I wish you the winning lottery numbers, but I’m starting to think you don’t even play the lottery! So this year, I’m wishing you more happiness, more courage to continue blooming into the incredible person you are, and more love because you deserve it all. And Cupid, please aim better this year!

I often wonder why our friendship is so fantastic. Hopefully, it’s not just me who thinks so! But today, I want to share some things about my bestie.

Sadey, you are the most easy-going person I know. As long as you’re not behind the wheel! I’m wishing for your NL drivers license this birthday because you promised we’d share the passenger princess title. You are super-duper smart and amazing with numbers, so no one better try scamming you. You’re the best person to crash a party with, whether invited or not, and the best dancer I know—so don’t challenge us to a dance battle; we hold the title!

You have a heart full of love for your family, and during times when I felt disconnected from mine, you made sure I felt welcomed, safe, nurtured, and loved in yours. You are always up for an adventure and live in the moment. As much as you say I help you feel confident and cool, you do the same for me.

You never tire of listening to my weekly crush updates, work stress, or just letting me vent. Despite the miles that separate us (approximately 7532km, but who’s counting?), you’ve never let me feel alone. I wish you the happiest birthday in the world. Even though you tried “Wendy’s” look this year, we are rocking with it.

I could go on for hours about you, but what I really need you to know is this: you are one in a million, Sadey. Anyone who spends even a day with you would say the same thing I do.
I am blessed to call you my friend, as of late Wendy, my “Doewet” girl, Vodka babe, my Jew-activator but most importantly my BESTIE.

Friendships like ours are rare gems, to be cherished and nurtured. Thank you for making life a whole lot easier, brighter, and infinitely more fun.

I know this year will be different, and our meet-ups won’t be as close to home, but here’s to a year full of new adventures and the promise of our next epic meetup somewhere on this vast planet. And yes, I’m not crying – okay, maybe just a little.

Love you, bestie. Happy Birthday! 🎉❤️

Hugs & kisses,

Yelena