Rachel,

Becoming 30 was THE happiest birthday of my life. Of course, I’m a decade and two years past that now, but I do have to say, it was certainly a defining point in my life. At 30, I finally knew who I was. The rest has just been figuring the best way to present that fact.

Your daughter will love you for having been there to see her dance. I was a ballet child, I worked so hard but alas, my mother and father never saw me dance.

I’m over 40 now, which also has its advantages. I can dance freely, and not worry if anyone is watching.

Happy, Happy Birthday Dear Rachel, and Many Happy Returns!

Always,
M