So…your card is late.  In making sure that Goose made a card for you, I kind of didn’t get one for myself.  At this rate, can I just bring it to you?!

Happy Birthday, sweet girl!

I am so proud of all you’ve accomplished.  You have truly become an amazing woman.

I was thinking about the obvious: your graduation and the flash of you when I first met you came to mind.  I remember you staying at my apartment and talking with me, kind of like we do now.  It made me smile.

I am sending birthday blessings your way.  I hope your day is as amazing as your Friday night was!

We are all excited to see you Friday and take our tour of campus.  (Did I really just type that?)

I know this year has great things in store for you.  Your desire to get experience astounds me, and I know your drive will take you far.  I know I don’t have to remind you, but just in case, enjoy this time.  Don’t be in a rush for anything.  Settle for nothing less than what you deserve.  As someone who didn’t find her prince for what seems like forever, it is so worth the wait.  While time has passed so quickly, and I generally hate that, I think you need to just hurry up and move back home!

Love you, sweetie!  Happy, Happy Birthday!

St. Catherine of Siena, pray for Chelsea today and always!