I decided that instead of buying my bro a card this year, that I would post something that may be more lasting, and not in a card that he'll throw away in 2 weeks lol.
For those who don't know us all too well, there is a 6 1/2 age gap between Jono and I. I remember all to well when I was little, all I wanted was a sibling. I didn't care if it was a boy or girl or what hair or color eyes they had... just anything so I wasn't alone!... Then that day came when my mom told I was going to have a baby brother... and I remember bursting into tears saying, "But I really wanted a sister!"...... ah sad day...
A total joke. I am so blessed to have a brother and be spared by that sister who always is trying to be just like me and take my clothes... Instead I take my brothers clothes...ha jeeze.
In all seriousness... being able to say that Jonathan is my brother is one of the greatest joys of my life. Over the past few years, I have seen Jon meander through life trying to find his niche in this world. I have witnessed talent beyond any person of his age... and the dedication and motivation to make his dreams reality.
Jono.. I remember when I turned 15. and to be honest, it doesn't feel like it was that long ago... Time goes fast dude... really fast... Looking back to 15 in my own life, and seeing where I am now... I made some seriously stupid mistakes... and fell short all too often. I have a lot of regrets bro. And regardless of the fact that you are just a person, and of course you'll stumble through these next few years a few times... you don't have to have regrets at 21 years old. YOU have the power to make decisions to better yourself, to protect yourself, to elevate yourself. The next 5 years of your life will be some of the hardest years you'll endure... and you need to be ready to stand firm and confident in knowing that no matter what anyone may say is cool or think is cool or make you think if you change yourself that you'll be good enough, know that you ARE already all of those things. And we all see it.
My birthday wish for you Jon, and I mean every word, is that you, above anything, seek Jesus. Dude, we can't do it without Him. I tried for a long time to figure it out on my own... I wasted time. Don't waste time. Seek Him. He loves you. Beyond your wildest dreams. And desires nothing else than to have a personal relationship with you. To walk with you daily to meet with you as you are. And above all things, to help you on your path to discovering His amazing mind blowing plan for you. Trust me. but first, Trust Him. <3
Keep believing in your dreams. Keep believing that you'll make it. When the day comes that I'm standing in the crowd looking up at you, totally rocking out on guitar, writing music that changes peoples lives, just like mine, know that your sister is out there, watching, with the rest of the world & is so proud of the man you've become. I love you. Always. Happy Birthday.
"20 bucks says you'll remember me, when you see me on your tv screen. It may be the first time. But It won't be the last time."-adtr
Jonathan Plevyak
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