Happy Birthday Darlin'

We're so proud.  (Photo/Courtesy of Peter S. Corr, IV)

Our eldest is turning 19

But I still remember the scene;

My hospital bed,

He - wrinkled and red -

Then placed in my arms, pink and clean.

Our family, there in a crowd,

Could tell he'd arrived; he was loud.

Now, over the years,

With love, laughs (some tears)

This young man has made us all proud...

Except for the times he did not.

Today, though, that's better forgot.

We'll dwell on the joy

We've gained from the boy

And not on the times that were fraught.

Your entire family loves you darlin'.  Happy 19th Birthday with wishes for many, many more.