Source Radiance

Words will never be sufficient enough to illustrate how much I love being a father and how much I love this child. From the moment he was born something opened in me and I knew I was going to be fully dedicated to this role and this child forever. 15 years later, that opening has only widened and deepend and has been one of the most fulfilling experiences, and yet there's still so much more to come.

I remember not wanting to have kids. I remember being terrified about the idea of being a parent. I had so many doubts, conflicts, questions about my life. The moment I saw him, held him, kissed him, they all went away, and what awakened in me was something profound, something humbling, something igniting, and I just understood.

Zen, you have been one of the greatest gifts to your mother and I, and I love every moment shared in the journey of my life with you. I say it often and mean it every time, thank you for choosing me as your father, thank you for choosing your mother. We will continue to guide you, support you, and love you to the best of our ability always. Thank you Lila for birthing this child of ours and I love the co-parents we are for him.

Such greatness awaits you my boy. Live it everyday in all that you do. I will always be here for you. Happy Birthday and Glorious New Year of you.