Today is my cake day! 4 years of Reddit and I just want to thank everybody that contributes in any way to make Reddit everything that it is. This is the place where I can ask anything and get real answers, get assistance when all has failed, be cheered by pictures, memes and stories, find strength and wisdom from people who share without a second thought. It's where I find kindness, generosity, and real honesty. It's an adventure, a sanctuary, a place of wonder and magic, and also of fortitude, awareness, and even sadness.

Who knows how many lives have been changed and even saved, how many hearts have been opened, how many tears have been cried, or how much comfort or joy it has brought? It's too much to acknowledge everything it is to everybody.

These past 4 years have been so difficult, I lost my mom, became severely disabled, and spent every penny of my savings to survive. But I am grateful and humbled by the people of Reddit for all they have given me, from food on my table to a kind word. I asked God to help me, and He blessed me with this circle of strength and comfort called Reddit. I learn something every single day, and I love every one of you.

Reddit has opened the world to me from my bedroom, I've learned of new cultures and ways of life. Come to understand and respect others in better ways, their ideologies and beliefs. It has changed me for the better.

So thank you, every one of you, for making this work for everyone! You are each a part of my world and I love each one of you. You all have given me a joyful heart and that is a wonderful gift. I make it my mission to give back as much as I can, but it will never equal what I have gained. Best cake day ever!