You shall, with vigor, face the days ahead. Speak words that are enriching like wine and bread. You shall, all your goals hit on first sight of aim. As success drives you safe into hall of fame. You shall, with African strength, be the Queen of your home Hold your family together with none to ever roam You shall touch a person, a people, even a tribe Ensuring all glory, to the Lord, you ascribe. You shall be celebrated by both family and stranger In your fears even enemies will keep you from danger You shall smile on hearing that you make others smile too And marvel when they show how the world, they think of you For a sign of assurance that these things will be You shall receive a special birthday prayer from me