At the start of my work day there he was beaming with a huge smile and waving to motion me over. He was having breakfast and I was heading to my office. I walked over to him and he took my hand and kissed it gently with pure kindness. Bob has done this everyday since we met. He greets me with such warmth and love that it resonates deeply.

Bob is 99 years old today and has a memory impairment. His speech is slurred but we understand each other. I understand that the kindness and love he gives is unconditional. I understand that I feel worthy of such pure love. I understand that he gives without barriers or withholding.

Bob reminds me of when a man made me feel seen and special. It was a decade ago but he brought that feeling back to life.

Thank you for showing me complete love. I will never settle for anything less than what I deserve. Find someone who looks at you the way Bob looks at me from across the room. Happy Birthday Bob!