Adam's 6th Birthday by Steve Manick

It's hard to believe Adam's already six,
He's growing so quickly and learning new tricks.

Still huge for his age, he is solid and strong,
A halfback or forward he will be before long.

He wants to be liked and for friends he does care,
He plays long and hearty, with the grace of a bear.

We threw him a curve when we moved from our home,
But the new house he likes and there's more room to roam.

He loves shooting baskets and he swims in the pool,
You should see him near girls, when he tries to act cool.

His homework comes first, 'fore he goes out to play,
He can read us a story at the end of the day.

He loves to help dad fix the things 'round the house,
Or to use mom's computer, clicking 'way with the mouse.

The thousands of questions keep us on our toes,
He's excited to share all the things that he knows.

There's a new school in fall as he starts his first grade,
A stirring adventure, new friends to be made.

And a new role ahead, as he'll be a big brother,
For a better example I could think of no other.

I wish him one day for a child of his own,
To return him the joy and the love that we've known.

We'll eat, light some candles and watch the kids play,
And honor our Adam on his special birthday.