Sweet 16

Birthdays mean a lot of things to a lot of people. It could be a coming of a certain age, a milestone in a person's life or the commemoration of a year's worth of wonderful memories. But nothing could be more significant than a 16th birthday--thus the special 'sweet 16' moniker. A transition phase for a girl to reach adolescence, becoming more and more like a woman. It's a transition much cherished and beloved by family and friends to see the pride and joy of their life grow up into a budding, independent and lovely soul.

To see that very transition of a person so close and dear to me has given even I a reason to smile. Honestly, to even get to know such a person was a wonderful development in itself but to actually be a part of her life is an absolute joy. I'm happy for her and quite proud of how she handled herself. She is truly one of a kind.

And now that a whole year is now behind and the experiences now but a memory, a new chapter in her life is beginning to unfold. With whole new surprises, twists and turns and developments, life will never cease to be unpredictable for her. 'Tis a new adventure into the unknown and she should delve with confidence and ease, knowing that there are people who love and continue to look out for her.

Again, happy birthday Aishwarya.