I still remember the day you were born

What a crazy April night

We waited and waited for your arrival

And your Mama tried with all her might

To bring you into this world in peace and love

And when you finally came you were truly a miracle from God above.

A picture of perfection in all your glory

You looked at us and smiled

Wide eyed and eager to begin your story

What a ride the first year would be

Both Mama and Papa can attest

A time of diapers, bottles and baby wipes

As far as the eye could see.

Today you look like a little man

Happy Birthday little one

Smiling, crawling and saying little things

That only you can understand

You melted my heart from the time you were just

Hours old

You are now and will forever be my little “Bum Bum”

And always mine to hold

Dearest Matthew I wish you wonderful things

Always know that Zia loves you

And truly wants for you the best that life

Can bring.

Happy 1^st Birthday Matthew

Love Always:  Zia Lucy

Written By:  Poetica 2009