My manghod, Jam, and I are complete opposites in a lot of ways. She dives headfirst into new experiences. She starts her day early and ends her day late. She is bold, loud, and brash. She holds her head high and her chin even higher.
Though she is my manghod, I’ve learned many a lesson from my headstrong sister. And there are also many ways in which she, despite being my younger sister, protected me. She is the person I hide behind when our order is delivered incorrectly or if someone cuts us off.
She is an Aries sun with an Aries stellium, and she charges forward with the confidence of the ram. I know where she’s been; I know where she is. And I’m proud at the distance traveled.
So, on this day of days, on her born day, I hope she has the most exhilarating, action-packed birthday of her life thus far.
Gihigugma ko tika, Jam. Happy birthday!