A lot can happen in a year
And this was one of those years
To press pause and consider
Where we are at now
Birthdays are good for that
Especially as the years go by
Each of us with our own calendar
Setting our make a wish day
As for me personally
Nothing much has changed
Happily being on repeat
Good news at my age
Not so for you
Every year has been different
Exploring the possibilities
Opening doors
Making good choices
Things are coming together
Even in the midst of uncertainty
And I am confident in you
I take satisfaction seeing you
Capable smart creative
Determined to live as your best self
Making me proud of who you are
