Happy Birthday to Gayla

Dreamer · 07-10-2011, 04:40 PM

Hope you have an amazing day and year. Happy Birthday Gayla.

scootebaby · 07-10-2011, 06:01 PM

oblivia · 07-10-2011, 06:12 PM

When my life was spinning out of control, you were there.

When my life was razor focused on one heartbreak after another in a chain of endless hurts, you were there.

When I could rely on almost no one, you were there.

When the family I was born into, abandoned, wounded, and nearly destroyed me, you were there - proof that true Family is not only blood and genetics but heart and soul connections borne of trust, love, and respect.

The other day, sitting in my car... Dixie Chicks "Wide Open Spaces" came on the radio, and I burst into tears. Happy ones... and I can't even write this without crying - but you choosing that song to dance with me as "Unka of the Bride" on my wedding day means more to me now, than maybe I knew it would then.

That song was so appropriate - because really - that was what I needed more than anything else at that major crossroads in my life. I was leaping so far out of my comfort zone it was unreal and I was thrilled and happy and terrified all at the same time. But I needed to make that leap of faith more than I had ever needed anything else.... and what you gave me was your acceptance - your approval - and most of all, your belief in me.

You believed in my ability to be a grown up more than anyone who had ever been related to me biologically ever did. You believed in my ability to break out and do new (scary) wonderful things. You trusted me, and for all of your protectiveness - made it so clear that you KNEW I would succeed in my future. And that gave me so much strength - more than I think I've ever given you credit for.

You accepted me, exactly as I was. You asked for nothing in return. I hope that you know that I have always and will always accept you - as well - exactly as you are.

I love you so much. And your impact on my life has been deeper and more profound than I could ever express - though apparently I am determined to keep trying.

All I wish for you today, and for every day to come - is all the happiness, love, joy, laughter, serenity, silliness, and passion that the Universe can possibly provide. And trust me, I'm keeping an eye on the Universe to make sure you get your due...

No one is going to shortchange my Unka.

Happy Birthday, Gayla. I love you.

MsTinkerbelly · 07-10-2011, 06:57 PM

Happy birthday to youuuu

little_ms_sunshyne · 07-10-2011, 07:24 PM

Happy Birthday!

~T & Sunshyne

Gayla · 07-11-2011, 01:33 PM

Thanks for the birthday wishes! It was an amazing day filled with much laughter, good food and incredible cake!

-- best birthday ever face!

jelli · 07-11-2011, 04:42 PM

Happiest of days!!!!!!!!

07-10-2011, 04:40 PM	#1
Dreamer Member How Do You Identify?: butch Relationship Status: Dreams do come true... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Home with my beautiful wife Posts: 1,143 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,642 Thanked 4,234 Times in 950 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	Hope you have an amazing day and year. Happy Birthday Gayla. __________________ "Let your mind start a journey through a strange new world. Leave all thoughts of the world you knew before. Let your soul take you where you long to be...Close your eyes let your spirit start to soar, and you'll live as you have never lived before" ~Erich~

07-10-2011, 06:01 PM	#2
scootebaby Timed Out How Do You Identify?: yes dear Preferred Pronoun?: she Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: south florida Posts: 2,494 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 3,264 Thanked 6,737 Times in 1,777 Posts Rep Power: 0	Happy Birthday from Jo and I

07-10-2011, 06:12 PM	#3
oblivia Timed Out How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: she/her Relationship Status: Married, treasured, and adored Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 472 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,582 Thanked 1,430 Times in 359 Posts Rep Power: 0	Happy Birthday - to my Unka! When my life was spinning out of control, you were there. When my life was razor focused on one heartbreak after another in a chain of endless hurts, you were there. When I could rely on almost no one, you were there. When the family I was born into, abandoned, wounded, and nearly destroyed me, you were there - proof that true Family is not only blood and genetics but heart and soul connections borne of trust, love, and respect. The other day, sitting in my car... Dixie Chicks "Wide Open Spaces" came on the radio, and I burst into tears. Happy ones... and I can't even write this without crying - but you choosing that song to dance with me as "Unka of the Bride" on my wedding day means more to me now, than maybe I knew it would then. That song was so appropriate - because really - that was what I needed more than anything else at that major crossroads in my life. I was leaping so far out of my comfort zone it was unreal and I was thrilled and happy and terrified all at the same time. But I needed to make that leap of faith more than I had ever needed anything else.... and what you gave me was your acceptance - your approval - and most of all, your belief in me. You believed in my ability to be a grown up more than anyone who had ever been related to me biologically ever did. You believed in my ability to break out and do new (scary) wonderful things. You trusted me, and for all of your protectiveness - made it so clear that you KNEW I would succeed in my future. And that gave me so much strength - more than I think I've ever given you credit for. You accepted me, exactly as I was. You asked for nothing in return. I hope that you know that I have always and will always accept you - as well - exactly as you are. I love you so much. And your impact on my life has been deeper and more profound than I could ever express - though apparently I am determined to keep trying. All I wish for you today, and for every day to come - is all the happiness, love, joy, laughter, serenity, silliness, and passion that the Universe can possibly provide. And trust me, I'm keeping an eye on the Universe to make sure you get your due... No one is going to shortchange my Unka. Happy Birthday, Gayla. I love you.

07-11-2011, 04:42 PM	#7
jelli Member How Do You Identify?: Femmilicious Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: And you said I wasn’t your type!!! Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: SC Posts: 836 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,758 Thanked 1,079 Times in 377 Posts Rep Power: 16588549	Happiest of days!!!!!!!! __________________ “Sometimes we make the right decision; sometimes we make the decision right.” “Every conflict is a lesson in self-discovery for both of us. Sometimes it's only hindsight that makes it worth it. For you, I would do it all again.“

07-10-2011, 06:57 PM	#4
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07-10-2011, 07:24 PM	#5
little_ms_sunshyne Senior Member How Do You Identify?: . Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: . Posts: 3,312 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,339 Thanked 12,241 Times in 2,541 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	Happy Birthday! ~T & Sunshyne

07-11-2011, 01:33 PM	#6
Gayla Timed Out How Do You Identify?: Kinky Butch Top Preferred Pronoun?: I'm not picky Relationship Status: She makes me dance like a fool and forget how to breathe. Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SF CA Posts: 3,229 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 877 Thanked 7,077 Times in 1,966 Posts Rep Power: 0	Thanks for the birthday wishes! It was an amazing day filled with much laughter, good food and incredible cake! -- best birthday ever face!