Happy Birthday Meka!

I think my life has changed completely since I came to the UK. I can say that I gained a lot, learnt life lessons I wouldn't get if I stayed in my comfort zone, met some incredible people. However I have lost as well. You grow apart with some people. And it's okay. Sometimes you simply don't have time to keep in touch, sometimes you just change. I don't go back to Kazakhstan too often, I haven't seen most of my old friends for ages, and now the phrase "We used to be friends" is more real to me than ever. However there are three or four friends of mine who will always have a place in my life. We might not talk for months or even years, but when we see each-other, it seems like it's only been a couple of days since we had our last conversations. Meka is one of them.

I've known you for as long as I can remember myself. I cherish our childhood memories, our love for Harry Potter, Arts school afternoons, talks through the windows of our houses, teenage dramas and countless walks next to the riverside (regardless of the weather). We haven't seen each-other for over a year, but I know that some bonds are for life. You should know that no matter what, I will always be there for you. You are becoming an independent woman, a person who is in the process of finding your place in this world and I wish you a great journey full of bliss and fun! We can't possibly know what will happen in the future, but I hope that whatever is waiting for you, you will always feel happy, peaceful and loved. The world has so much to offer, and knowing you, you will always be brave enough to take chances, to try new things and to explore your opportunities. I hope that in ten, twenty, fifty years we will still be present in each-other's lives! I can't wait to see you soon (hopefully), so please try to make it to the UK this year :P

Happy Birthday to you,

I love you very much,

See you soon,

Aida