Eight Things 'Ate' For Debs

I'm sorry, Debs, to write this poem so late! I needed time to think what to create! I give you couplets now that number eight with birthday thoughts I’ve mono-rhymed with “ate.” I’ll tell you first that I appreciate your poetry; I think that it is great! With clever use of words you fascinate and offer models all can emulate. I also love the way that you relate to people; different views you tolerate! Respected by your peers, you gravitate to truth and knowledge, and you educate. You make an effort to facilitate good dialogue, avoiding words of hate. I’ll finish with some wishes. . . Hope you ate an awesome cake and had a perfect date! May Karma smile on you and satiate your life with bliss so joy will be your fate! And lastly, with this new year on your plate, be glad, like me, you cannot procreate!