A BIRTHDAY POEM

I don’t feel old though I have watched the decades roll their years,
As 20,000 seasons passed bringing joys and smiles and tears.
Each day provides a challenge new and with it guideposts too,
As inner self keeps cheering on, we try for great reviews.

Coaxing us to mark each day with thoughts of hope and trust,
Discarding negatives that spoil lest dreams turn into dust.
That keeps life’s dreams still riding high, reaching for that star,
That shines so bright when willing hands, help others near and far.

Grateful for the guidance given by parents, friends and kin,
Renewed each day when hearts and hands join with inner twin.
With help for those who need a dream to realize their goals
Walking through life’s hills and vales and helping needy souls.

Here at Carrington a birthday celebration is held the last Wednesday
of each month for residents who have had a birthday that month. A
special table is provided if they wish to be seated with family and friends
who share their day with others born that day. Other residents come
to enjoy birthday cake and special entertainment is provided, a band
or other music where folks can dance if they wish.