It’s another moment-to-moment day with my wife, Ellen.

These minutes become enlarged, filled with joy and expectation,

As a smile erupts in the morning from her lips.

She has done this for twenty-two years.

Giving me a reason to march into the fray,

Create a new day for myself and for others.

She still makes every moment a new moment with the twinkle in her eye,

Hazel, like mine, passionate and compassionate and life-sustaining,

Matching the sunrise of each day and making the moonbeams dance each night.

Ellen will always be in my heart and soul, keeping the day alive and spirited.

My love, be well, and have a great moment-to-moment birthday!