To CG

Today you are 16

Legal for some

Things you mustn’t do

Today you are 16

As gorgeous as ever

As funny as people falling over are

As tall as a Neck.

I know you think I’m silly

And sometimes a twit

But always know it comes from

The best part of me

Which is love for you.

Please don’t forget

Your roots, your family,

The people who champion you most.

We might not be the ones who ‘get’ you

But we’ll be the ones who catch you.

(if you ever fall)

Please remain amazing

My Prune, my lamppost

My joy, my funny CeeGee.

Enjoy the year ahead,

So full of new things.

Enjoy making memories

And having adventures.

Laugh until you cry

Cry until you laugh

Love until you burst with joy

Live fabulously.

AJG – 27.02.14