Sweet Shirley Cobham

So long ago when I was very young

When crushes hurt and heart breaks stung

Emotions uncertain and intentions unsure

Every opportunity great still I wanted more

Turmoil was constant by the confusion thereof

She quenched with her charm my boyish young love

Her radiance overwhelmed and her manner would entice

I was captivated by her nature of being so nice

Really spellbound by the beauty of her beaming smile

Loved her fair complexion and all the while

Enchanted to know how special she must be

Yesteryears were great and today she’s better to me

Crushes have changed to admiration and respect

Old friend you’re even better than I’d ever expect

But I have little to show you how much I appreciate

Here is my heartfelt wish for you being so great

And for your thoughtfulness and general good ways

May you fully enjoy this and many other Birthdays!