Today, I celebrate 67 years of life on this planet named Patrick Feren. I am honored to have spent 28 of those 67 years getting to know him. I first met him as someone I observed across a crowded room. He was powerful. He was alive. He was giving of himself, doing what he does best—helping others discover their truth.

He began his life amidst turmoil and pain. He was just a child, born into a family that needed his presence but didn’t yet know it. He saved that family in ways too deep to discuss here. Through the turmoil and pain, he rose and continued his journey, always carrying the ability to see the power and light in others. Sometimes this shines through his snarky humor and his fun outlook on everything—even the darkness. But it always comes from pure love, because that is who he is.

My journey with Patrick has always been, and always will be, a great adventure in discovery. I have discovered myself, learned to love myself, and learned what unconditional love for another truly is.

What am I knowing for him today, on his birthday, May 2, 2025? I know that he stands in the presence of his own greatness, his own love, and his unique ability to inspire. I know that this new year brings forth a man fully birthed into the fullness of his being. I know he is placed exactly where he hears and is heard, sees and is seen, loves and is loved throughout his journey. I know the birth of Truth as Patrick Feren.

Patrick, I love you. Thank you for walking these years of your journey with me. I’m here to support all that you are, all you are becoming, and all you will become.

Rita, your wife, partner, lover and friend