Julia's 3rd Birthday by Steve Manick

Three years have gone by for our Julia Rose,
She is more like a lady each day that she grows.

She looks like a princess in dresses she'll wear,
And of course she demands matching bows in her hair.

She's a feminine girl with her bears and her dolls,
Her babies in strollers get pushed down the halls.

She's quite independent, so stand to the side,
Her challenge is conquered with obvious pride.

Our girl has a smile you'd swear comes from a dream,
But wait 'til she's cranky and out comes that scream.

She likes playing with bubbles and cruising the pool
And sings and loves music&emdash;even shopping is cool

Her passion is shoes, in all colors and styles,
She changes them often, and sheds them in piles.

Outgoing and charming, with humor and grace,
She can brighten the world with that beautiful face.

With Adam she'll play, watch TV on the floor,
She'll scream and she'll shriek, but then come back for more.

Hawaii was fun and she wants to return,
There are places to visit and so much to learn.

She says "please" and "thank you" and clears her own dishes,
As parents we're proud, she exceeds all our wishes.

So come join the party, eat ice cream and cake,
And sing Happy Birthday, for Julia's sake.