Birthday asks

A Christmas birthday wish asking friends and family to share their favorite stories as gifts.

A collection of pictures and birthday wishes from friends for my 27th birthday, including a special Twilio-powered gift project.

For my 28th birthday, I asked friends to send handwritten notes—celebrating the lost art of handwriting in a digital age.

A request for friends to write essays on 'Finding Fun in Others' for my 29th birthday, exploring joy through connection.

A collection of doodles gathered from friends over the years—everyone has a small drawing they make when their mind wanders.

A request for friends to submit songs for my 30th birthday playlist, with each song representing a year of my life.

A request for friends to submit DIY tutorial videos for my 33rd birthday, teaching me how to make or do something new.

A collection of 34 map pins from friends for my 34th birthday, each marking a meaningful location with an associated story.

For my 35th birthday, I asked friends and family to share an audio recording capturing some of their acoustic soundscape.

For my 36th birthday, I asked friends and family to share a piece of advice, good or bad.

This year, I'm turning 37. I'm drawn to the idea of deepening connections and exploring the vulnerability that comes with truly getting to know someone.

Two birthday asks. Show me something you broke and mended, and a word you carry.