My journey down life’s path is a long one
With many highs and an abundance of lows
Yet here I stand, head held high
Taking whatever life my way throws

Forty six years ago we find the beginning
Where my reason for being has its start
Born to such amazing parents, mom and dad
From that day a family, never to be apart

Raising me was no easy task I am told
Strong-willed and determined to be
Always right and get my own way
A wild spirit waiting to soar free

But persevere my parents did do
And loved me, no conditions in place
Raising me with a firm foundation
Upon which to build and embrace

And so too do I love my children
And hope I have shown the same
As my parent’s unconditional love
So proud of whom they became

Life will come around full circle
Remember what you reap is what you sow
So be true, and honest and above all else
To yourself your deepest love should bestow

For love can and will conquer all
Of everything thrown our way
Celebrate your life and family too
So forever, together you’ll stay