I couldn’t think of a better excuse to post these gorgeous photos, perfectly captured by danielbenjaminphoto, than to celebrate my friend Michelle’s birthday — in her happy place, Panama City 🇵🇦. I met Michelle about four years ago through our mutual friend erinlovesblonding (I still can’t believe the power of Instagram to bring us all together), and she’s become one of my closest friends — the kind of friend I can rely on no matter what. We’ve traveled together, bared our souls to one another, and cheered each other on through every high and low. This year feels like her glow-up year. Earlier in 2025 she passed the California Bar and is now launching her very own law firm - playapacificlaw - I’m so proud of her courage, her hustle, and the way she’s handled everything life has thrown at her with such strength and resilience. Since moving to LA, I’ve built some of the most special, deep friendships of my life (thank you erinhofmeister for being the ultimate friend matchmaker) — t...