For when there is darkness, She shines even brighter.

 Happy birthday, My Dearest Goldie.

cheers to the cutest, most talented, understanding person ever.

It's late. Just about to hit your birthday date and I'm staring at my screen. Wow. It's been quite a ride for you in HK, isn't it? You are going to hit your 1 year milestones soon and now you are celebrating your 1st birthday in HK. Sometimes, I couldn't help but look back and think how lucky I am to have cross my paths with you. 

When I first talked to you, I truly had zero expectations. Little did I know that you are also an Indonesian who has such diverse and interesting background, and we just connected instantly with a lot of things. We talked and talked, and even though there were different turn of events - and I talked even with other numbers of people for some reason you are the one I always come back to. 

And I think it's not without merit. When I look at you, I'm always astonished by how independent and talented you are. A woman with burning passion in her heart, making all the things you do shine. I always compare you to the gold color, but that's just because it's the reason. You, gold, your name, it all means the same. When you are doing pottery, rendering your design, or baking your cake - you shine, and even in the midst of your struggles in life you keep pushing forward - inspiring me to do the same. 

Yet you are also gentle, kind, and amazingly understanding. I still remember the time when we went to Ocean Park and a lost kid just came to us - in that instant you just held her hands and guided her. In the end when we met her parents you instinctively handed out your hard earned plushie. At that time I thought "woah, is this necessary?" but then I realized that you care a lot about that kid it's not about you anymore. The way you treat your family, other people, colleagues truly reflect how lovely you are as a person. Again, a heart of gold. 

I know keeping up with me and my issues have not been an easy one. But I'm thankful I met you throughout my journey in life. You helped me to be a better person. Inspire me to build healthier habits, walking with me through my struggles in life. 

I'm excited for you. For whatever decision you made in the future. For any kind of passion you are going to pursue. For a bright and colorful journey you are about to enter in your mid-twenties.

Do you know when a light can shine the brightest? It's when there is complete darkness. In the same sense, I have complete confidence in you that you will shine even brighter - no matter what hardships or struggle you will encounter in the future. And I'll be here riding along with you, as long as you let me be.

I won't just pray for a happy or successful life, I pray you lead a meaningful life - one that you can look back and smile upon all that has happened. Another wish I have for you came from Maleficent - "For you to indeed grow in grace and beauty, beloved by all who meet you." 

I love you dearest. Thank you for being an amazing partner through and through. And cheers for more moments we are gonna share in the future.

Once again, Happy birthday. Thank you for being a part of my life.