HAPPY BIRTHDAY NASH!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NASH!

29 years ago, you arrived in this world with the very same strong will and determined nature you have today. I knew from day one that you were going to give this world a run for its money. You were a fearless child with a steel will and heart of gold-much like the young man you are today. The Creator gifted you with an abundance of amazing qualities (and an army of angels watching over you) and I thank God for blessing my life with you.

Your 29 years have been quite the journey and I am one proud Mama- not only because of the battles you have fought to be the person you are today and standing up for what you believe in- but because of the incredible love and compassion you continue to bring to the lives of others. Where many people would become cynical and hardened, you became a light for others. You have touched the hearts of many in ways only you can do. You lift people up and love with your entire being.

I want you to know how much I love you and admire your strength, humor and selfless spirit! You’ve been my hero on so many occasions. YOU are the gift in my life. And on your birthday, I wanted you to know that I’m not only one who appreciates you. So, I invited a few others to contribute to this small gift of gratitude in celebration of YOU. I hope you enjoy this inspirational collage of the beautiful sentiments shared by some of the people in your life.  

“When I met Nash I was at a low point in my life and his spirit and inner strength took me under his wing and I knew immediately I was safe of any outside harm of sorts”.  “I knew when I first met him in high school that he would always be in my life-and here we are 11 years later still friends. I have so much love and respect for Nash and am so blessed to have such an incredible person in my life for so long.” “He’s been with me through high points in my life and my absolute darkest”.

 “…one of the things I love most about you is your honesty and vulnerability.”

“ He’s never judged me.” “Nash has always been there for me and my family no matter the situation I was in-with or without me asking.”  “ You come at the world with so much optimism and determination”. “ He’s helped me keep my head up when I was down.”  “ Relentless trailblazer for authentic self expression. He has helped inspire me to express myself fully.” “ I’m proud to call him my “earth angel”. “…Proud to call you my brother”.

That inner strength shined in the years gone by. I watched the growth of who he really was all along. Even when it’s rough, always that positive attitude outward-full of life.”… It always puts a smile on my face when I see him even if just for a bit…a wonderful and inspiring friend”. “No matter where life may take us, I’m confident that Nash will always play a strong role in my life.” “You genuinely care about people and that is priceless.”

“Nash, I am always glad to see you, even when you scare the shit out of me on the street. Both of us have seen some shit, but you always keep smiling and being who you are.”   “He is someone who has displayed so much emotional strength, especially after years and years of disrespect.”   “He takes great strides in becoming a better person each and every day regardless of life’s twists and turns.”   “…he’s gotten over so much.”

“I have a never ending list of ways he’s helped me become the person I am today just by being himself.” “I also love his ability to spin humor into who he is…”

“He would drop by my house to see if I was ok if he hadn’t heard from me. He was there to hold my hand at my mom’s funeral. He let me cry on his shoulder after my grandmother passed away … he will always be family to me.” “For every hill he climbs, a mountain will be behind him”. “…I cannot wait to see where he continues to go on his trail blazing journey!

Nash, I am so proud of you! You have been and continue to be a light in my life! I love you and wish you the best birthday ever! With all my Love, Madre