“Birthday Party”

Balloons are swelling, ribbons curl,  
A cake awaits, its frosting swirl;  
Candles line in patient rows,  
Waiting for the wind that blows.

Laughter jumps from wall to wall,  
Paper hats for great and small;  
Presents stacked—a mountain bright,  
Shining in the morning light.

Friends arrive with grins and cheers,  
Bringing music to our ears;  
Games unfold—pin tails and chase,  
Bandaged knees and floury face.

The birthday star, with widest grin,  
Makes a wish to tuck within  
The flicker of each candle’s gleam,  
A hope, a dream, a secret dream.

Sweets vanish on eager tongues,  
Streamers dance and songs are sung;  
Moments caught by cameras’ click,  
Years fly by, but memories stick.

As sunlight slips and day departs,  
A warmth is left in youthful hearts;  
For birthdays, with their simple art,  
Paint joy forever in the heart.

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