my dad writes poems. have i mentioned that recently? he does. and they are very pleasing. this is one that he wrote for me for my birthday a few years ago.

To Betsy on Her Birthday

May the happiest of birthdays
by you be had today.

This your mama and your papa
hope to earnestly convey.

Joy and gladness!
More goodness,
Less badness!

Love,
LLL and KJL