Let's make this birthday one to remember.

36 years old (Born on November 18, 1988)

Happy Birthday, Elaine! You're the only person I know who can casually mention winning an Olympic silver medal as if it's just another Tuesday. Seriously though—your incredible swim in Beijing's preliminary heats of the 4x100-meter medley relay still makes waves (pun intended). You've set a high bar for birthday pool parties everywhere!

Here's hoping your special day is filled with laughter and joy—and maybe fewer laps than usual. May you continue to inspire us all by diving headfirst into life's adventures, always making it look effortless along the way. Cheers to more medals...and cake slices too!