A year ago you were welcomed
into a world that has become your own.
Gandhi for a day - Vora for life;
who knew what your favorite things would be.
A love we felt so strong - in your gentle touch and cries.
Your smiles lift us abound;
the sleepy head that lets us wonder
what your favorite things might be?
And then those times you grew to sense
the things around you;
the songs that make you dance and sing.
Tugging your toys and making faces
that make us laugh.
Books that only let your mind marvel
at all it has to offer.
Feeling so happy when we take your pic!
Could these be some of your favorite things?
The curiosity of not knowing
when things rattle and move and sway!
You amaze us as you learn each step and turn.
These could be your favorite things!
And then there are favorite people to embrace;
those caring looks and loving hugs!
Some so naughty that do delight you.
Some so priceless that time cannot replace.
Eating times are always fun!
Are these your favorite things?
A sense of magic in those very firsts
and moments so exciting
especially those hi-fives and the lovely toys;
With so much to learn - and all that lies ahead.
Oh to those times when you groan,
which the family makes them go away.
So as you turn ONE today,
it makes us wonder
about all your favorite things
and we simply would not trade
a minute of such moments!
God bless you
today and always!
Ma-Daddy
August 29, 2011
