This is 40!!! Happy Birthday to me 🥳 - So what would I tell the little guy in the last photo? Just keep holding on. Just keep climbing. Just keep growing. You have an innate fearless spirit. That’s why at 2 years old you’re climbing a fence while looking back at the camera to make sure mama got the shot. Being fearless is just one of your many superpowers...that you’ll eventually get tatted on your arm one random Thursday on your commute from work. - Jody, you’re going to accomplish mind blowing achievements, travel to super cool places and meet some pretty amazing people along the way. Life won’t always be easy or straightforward, but you have a knack for figuring things out and making it happen...Superpower #2. Your family will be with you every step of the way, and when their presence is no longer seen on this side of heaven, it’ll always be felt through countless lessons and memories. Their unwavering support, love, faith, along with the occasional good time or two, (well maybe three or four, lol) will be the foundation for the bonds and friendships you’ll form in years to come. Lean into them with laughter, loyalty, respect, and just show up the way you’d want others to show up for you. - Young 3J, you’ll learn to lead with authenticity and gratitude, as well as, master the art of drawing perspective and empathizing over rushing to judgment...Superpowers #3 and #4. You’re great at finding balance and keeping a level head over popping off (Superpower #5), but some will try you and you’ll quickly remind them you’re not one...thanks Mama and Aunt Niccie (lol)! - Triple J, stand tall in your beliefs, be open to evolve, and live your truth despite what’s popular. Always remember, it’s about the quality of life and what you’ve done with your time. Cheers to 40+ more, and as we say in Louisiana, laissez le bon temps rouler! - #happybirthday #40thbirthday #40isthenew30 #superpower #blackboyjoy #grateful #thankyougod #faithoverfear #believeandachieve #enjoyinglifetothefullest #livelovelaugh #cancerseason #junebaby #june27th #goodvibesonly