HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABE!
First things first: we have to start with a playlist of course. I think music was one of the first things we bonded over, and your love and knowledge of music is so so special. Very grateful to be dating my personal DJ. From recommending songs to friends, always being the one on aux, and curating playlists on Spotify, I'm so proud to see you pursue your passion and KNOW that soon enough there's going to be a Boiler Room ft. Boy Roy in every major city <3
Thank you for always knowing exactly what to play. It was so fun going through our chat to compile these because so many of these are in relation to conversations we were having, mid-sesh songs we (or at least I) couldn't identify, songs that you used to express your feelings. Here's a playlist with every song you have ever sent me!
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EVEN SPOTIFY KNOWS!
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You know that cheesy Instagram trend where couples portray how they see their partners through moodboards? Well here's mine:
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and now...time for a trip down memory lane...
Funnily enough, I'm writing this exactly two years after we took this picture together! Quite hilarious because I remember being so weirdly nervous to take a picture together and it was such a big deal in my head. I feel like this captures one of the first things I loved about you- is that we always just had fun. You always know how to be spontaneous and crack me up, even when I'm having the worst day. I don't know how you do it but you have a serious and grown-up but also childlike energy at the same time, and I love how you move through the world like that <3 You're so good at making people comfortable and getting them out of their shell--I've seen this not just with me but with people you interact with-you jut really know how to talk to anyone and bring people together. You just make anyone around you feel very very safe.
One of my favorite days from this Goa trip is one we spent at Felix Beach Club, when we picked up a bottle of wine and just hung out at the beach the entire evening. I remember sitting and watching you play football while the sun set, and then laying together and looking at the stars while Joji was playing. I don't know if it was the beach or the wine or the stars or the Joji, but I think that's really when I fully realised the extent of my feelings, and knew that it wouldn't be easy for me not to have you in my life. It was so happy and comfortable. I also remember you petting every dog you came across, and making a mental note that it meant I could trust you.
It's quite obvious what my favorite memory from this time is (the bathroom on Diwali...or maybe Ganpati falling on my head, duh). But I found this text while making the playlist with all the songs and it made me giggle. Thanks for letting me know it wasn't that deep 😂 And I'm happy you kept your promise and we did dance to that song after all And I'm happy you kept your promise and we did dance to that song after all
This picture makes me so happy, I feel like it just captures your personality. And Aditya means sun and all. Light and warmth and life.
The first time you met Azad you immediately starting singing George Ezra to him. That was hot. One that you remembered this detail and also that you got him to like you so quick. I still don't know how to do that.
You inspire me EVERY single day because how do you know so much about so many things and how are you so talented?????? Art, music, fitness, politics-I can really pick your brain about ANYTHING and you will just give me the answers. I so admire how much you are always learning and growing, you constantly keep challenging yourself in ALL spheres of life. Whether it is through pursuing new creative projects or hobbies or earning your 5000th educational qualification, you're constantly growing. It amazes me to just witness you!
I love visiting you in Bangalore. I love being a part of your life and daily routine and seeing what it's like, and of course enjoy going to the city, but my favorite part of visiting is just that for the most part, we just get to be in our little bubble. No agendas, no people, just us being domestic.
I loved seeing you in action in Kashmir. Zooming down mountains, becoming besties with everyone in our group, finding the best rocks to stargaze on, always being up for another adventure. Even there- like I've said earlier- you were the one bringing everyone together!
Of course our Ella Rock Hike was a crazy experience because you literally saved my life, but I think the craziest part of it all was when, even though you were mad at me, and even though you yourself had just been through such a traumatic and horrendous experience, your first instinct was to take care of me, make sure I was ok, and help me recover from the shock. You were so patient, spoke to me so calmly and didn't raise your voice or say anything mean even once. You just forgot about your own anger and emotions to put mine first because you sensed how I was feeling. I knew this about you even before- that you are extremely caring, but I was so amazed at your level of control and composure, at how you were able to stay so calm in such a stressful situation,at how you found it in you to be so thoughtful and caring even in a moment of crisis. It's so so rare! And I'm so grateful.
There's clearly a theme here...but a moment I think about a lot from this Goa trip is when you were taking care of me and making sure I was eating when we were all out drinking in Panjim, and I remember you telling me to let you take care of me because you like doing it...and to that I have to say HOW ARE YOU THIS WAY!!!!!!!!!! You truly have so much love to give and give so much
Happy 27, baby! This past year I've gotten to witness you reaching whole new heights (quite literally)--playing gigs across the country (North, South, East, and West), going on your first two solo trips, getting into a course at the best Business School in India, becoming a model, trying out seafood, getting two new tattoos and immediately becoming cooler (if that was possible to begin with). I am so happy I get to be along with you for the ride! In the time that I've known you, you've only gotten hotter and smarter and more talented. You inspire me everyday with how driven, compassionate, committed, kind, and caring you are. When you say you'll do something, you always get it done, no matter what. You have so much patience and discipline and give your 120% to everything you do- going above and beyond always. I firmly believe that things are only going to keep getting better for you, and I'm going to excitedly be by your side, getting to watch you achieve everything you dream for and desire for your life!
You are so thoughtful, so kind, are such a good listener, and always so dependable. You have so many people-friends and family-relying on you for advice and support. You always know how to make someone feel better, and know how to acknowledge people's emotions while also seeing the practical side. You know exactly how to speak to people to get the message across. You always keep an eye out for the underdog, the person who's quiet in a group, the person who may feel left out. You prioritize fun, pleasure, and creativity, as part of life. I love travelng and adventuring and exploring the outdoors with you, but also drinking fancy cocktails and discovering the best food in every place we go to. You're so good at finding balance in everything- you manage to perfectly juggle work, friends and family, and self care. I love that you're confident and self-assured. I also love that when things go wrong or you yourself are confused- you rely by the saying, "I don't know where I'm going, but I'm on my way." You've shown me how to live freely.
I can't wait to see what this year brings for you! I wish I was by your side celebrating with you, but just know that you're the only thing on my mind. Here's to you, my love! Here's to having another incredible, beautiful year.
I love you lots.
Yashita