Happiest of birthdays—may the sun Stay late to see your wishes through, And every candle, one by one, Light something wonderful for you. I wish you here, within this place; The room feels larger when we’re apart. Of all the things, I miss your face— That sudden daylight to my heart. May laughter linger, cake be sweet, And joy arrive, both small and great, Until the day again we meet— I hope this birthday’s worth the wait.