They say you chose the path that made all the difference
when the two ways crossed
On this day
It’s easy to look back on those things that weren’t that glamorous in life
or what you wanted to do
were unable to do
our dreams that were not fulfilled
But today you will take the path covered in green
Vibrant and alive
It’s never been about the well-worn path
because you always made your way in the most beautiful or bleak places
Graciously you screen the 40th birthday wishes dinned into the ear
Green may your paths be
Forever green your spirit and drive and personality dear
Green may your outlook be and finances and dream vacations
-even on a plane or train
High above all cares and clouds
Green may be the grass under your feet as you keep walking in only the steps you can provide
and only the joy and success you can succeed
Smiles radiate when you’re around
Bringing light and laughter to the hardest day
The Arc-he designs is as broad as the night sky and spans far as the most distant star
And resounds with song greater than all night sounds,
greater than sounds of passing trains, and traffic and a cricket singing
We stand tall this most beautiful day our 40th birthday
Eye to Eye confidence as we look in the mirror
Grateful for another day sincerely we say
The Path of green scene as a reflection in our eye
And on the path first light on the ferns that pave the way
Determined as a butterfly
broken wing not a care
gathering the sweetest of times
on a sunny day
Thoughts on anyone’s 40th birthday,
Glimpse poetry by Joe Holuta
Grateful for another day. Love this so much.
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