Teniola
Today is your day, and as I reflect on our time together, I find myself thinking back to when I first met you. I remember the first impression you left on me, the spark in your eyes, the kindness in your words, and the way you made everything feel brighter. I thought you were good. No, scratch that—I thought you were great. But over time, you’ve shown me that there’s so much more to you than I ever could have imagined.
When I first saw you, I only saw the surface—the smile, the laughter, the charm. I saw someone who was capable, someone who could light up a room without even trying. But as I got to know you, I realized that the person you are runs so much deeper than that. You’ve shown me strength in the face of challenges, grace in moments of uncertainty, and compassion in places where others might have turned away. I thought you were good, but now, I see how much better you are.
You have a way of making people feel seen and heard, like their troubles matter. When you speak, your words carry weight, not because you seek attention, but because they come from a place of genuine care. You listen with your heart, and in doing so, you give people a safe space to open up, to be themselves without fear of judgment. It’s this ability of yours to love without conditions, to give without expecting anything in return, that makes you so much more than I ever could have imagined.
On this special day, I want you to know that you are truly remarkable. I’ve witnessed your growth, your resilience, and your unwavering spirit. Every moment spent with you has been a gift, and I am endlessly grateful for the way you’ve touched my life and the lives of those around you.
You’ve shown me what it means to love and be loved, to strive for more, and to never settle for anything less than what we deserve. I thought you were good, but you’re better—so much better than I ever could have imagined. And today, I celebrate not just the day you were born, but the incredible person you’ve become and the even more extraordinary person you are destined to be.
Happy birthday to someone truly special, someone who’s far beyond what I ever thought was possible.
From,
Tobi Kazeem
