92
years
where they go?
I hear you laugh and shake your head
and shrug your shoulders and simply say,
I don’t know … I really don’t …
but I wouldn’t change a thing
as you look at the pictures
in your mind
a beautiful bride
there by your side
strong as steel
and five kids come along
bringing joy beyond measure
and after a time
the grandkids
come along
with their laughter
and tears
and after a time
the great-grandkids
come along
with their little songs
to sing
and lullabies
it was always a party
at your house
something to celebrate
think you showed us all
how to live
Happy Birthday to you, Papa
and many, many more …
TL