BRETT'S 50TH

People react differently to birthdays, some
Don't celebrate at all.  They prefer to forget.
Other's party like crazy--they'll never be this age again.
Others simply shut down and go into mourning and lament.

My former boss turned 50 today--not sure
How he's handling it.  I worked for him when
He was in his 30's and he said he had to be an adult.
Our co-worker/friend had died, he had a struggle then.

He was always available to talk to and ready
To laugh and have fun.  We gave him a license
Plate birdhouse--he thought NEBRASKA was #1.  We
Went to his wedding to Deena, they've been happy since.

They match each other perfectly--definitely
A perfect pair.  She's as kind as he is, always
Ready to help however they can, and love bike
Riding, and anything outdoors.  Even on hot days.

Happy Birthday Brett--I remember my 50th well.
No pain or grief and no Zombie Apocalypse.
Just friends and family wishing me well.  I
Just survived my 61st, and I'm still a mess.