Happy Birthday!

I did get you a real present. It is on its way. The cat, however, sat in the bag, looked at me like this was always the plan, and has made it very clear she is not going back. So today you get two gifts: the one I wrapped, and the one who invited herself. I hope this year is as surprising, as stubborn, and as impossible to return as she is. Happy birthday — I love you.

With love (and a cat who will not budge),