At seventy years, my mother shines bright, With the wisdom of stars in an endless night. Though oceans divide us by thousands of miles, Your love reaches me and always beguiles. A friend to so many, with laughter that heals, And surely you know, your daughter now feels In a world far away, your ever-seeing eyes, Always right in their truth, never in guise. Together with dogs, companions so dear, You've taught me that love is forever near. So here's to your journey, wondrous and wide, From this distant land, with pride by your side.