Another birthday, God has given you; <br />’Tis time you thought about your age and health; <br />God’s love and mercy in life has been true; <br />Your family and fortitude’s- your wealth. <br /> <br />’Tis time to pray extra: forget the world; <br />You did your part and duty indeed well; <br />Protect yourself from injury and cold; <br />Be wise: take rest and do not become ill. <br /> <br />Remember that you aren’t young anymore; <br />Your frame is frail and dangers lurk round you; <br />Your will-power isn’t as strong as before; <br />A long life-span comes only to a few. <br /> <br />‘Wish you a Happy Birthday, ’ dear Maama! <br />God be with you in your earthly drama! <br /> <br />From, <br />Mercy, Celestine, Cathy and Diana <br />Copyright by Dr John Celes 18-1-2006<br /><br />Dr John Celes<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/sonnet-happy-birthday-dear-father-in-law/
