53 years ago today,
the sun smiled,
a little bit longer,
and a little bit brighter,
then it did just the day before.

53 years ago today,
a breath pulled in fresh air,
eyes saw first light,
and life's spark awoke.

53 years ago today,
a quickening was felt,
deep inside, a far off soul.

53 years ago today,
you came into this world.



December 22, 2013