I have always said you were my “little brother,” but this saying is not entirely true anymore. You have grown to be more than my “little brother.” Everything you do in this world is great and big and wonderful. Your shadow eclipses mine, and I am proud to say that today is not my little brother’s birthday but my “brother’s.” Have an incredibly happy birthday.
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My love for you, brother, has boundaries similar to yours: none. On your birthday, I wish for you a year of happiness. May you continue to push past limits, test boundaries, and walk out on limbs to see the world at its finest.
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Although you are my little brother, you are the biggest influence in my life. I do not know where I would be today nor what type of person I would be if I hadn’t had you there these past years. Wishing the happiest of birthdays from your biggest fan.
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When you were brought into this world, I wanted nothing more than to be rid of you. As I have had the honor of watching you grow, I want nothing more than to witness every great thing you will do. Although I am usually right about everything, I was wrong about you, and I’ve never been happier.
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My wish for you, little brother, is that you never forget where you came from, because in my heart, I know you will go so far in this life.
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This is my wish for you, on your birthday: May you live your life like the trees. May you have deep roots so that you never forget where you came from. May your skin be tough so that you have resistance against that which might threaten your stability. May your branches be strong so that you might lift up others less fortunate than yourself and show them the world as you see it. May you live your life selflessly, providing a breath of fresh air in an otherwise stale world. You have done great things so far, and I know your acts of kindness and bravery will only continue as you grow. Happy birthday, my brother.