The Birthday Cake

Delicious scents of cocoa tease the nose While baking a cake for candles to crown A tender greeting for a birthday treat As brightly wrapped parcels gently repose All chosen with care so my love is shown Today it is her I shall celebrate. My passion baked into morsels, sweet My love declared with a scented, red rose And breakfast in bed needs no dressing gown. It is her love that made my life complete From that first tender kiss on our first date I’ve welcomed the warmth she placed in my heart; Now love’s wants and needs can anticipate As from her side I can never depart.