Birthday Video

In a video for my friend’s birthday,
Her family and pals did record 
Their own message of varied good wishes 
And watching it was her reward.

There were tributes from both of her daughters,
Her husband and grandkids and friends,
Plus some photos from happy occasions,
Where the smiles showed that fun never ends.

Some told stories of camp, school and teaching;
Others sang or recited a poem,
But all shared so much love in the telling
That the messages surely hit home.

I loved watching it all put together,
Though I didn’t know everyone there,
But I’m glad I was part of the medley
Letting Fran know how much we all care.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Slaughter Avatar
April 27, 2025 at 10:07 AM
What a lovely thing to share with friends and loved ones, Ilene. You are a very fortunate lady.
Greenhough Avatar
April 26, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Center of attention for her birthday, it must be fun. I enjoy this happy story.
Loving Iii Avatar
April 26, 2025 at 3:48 PM
It's my birthday too.
Loving Iii Avatar
April 26, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Gotta go , might be the last birthday I see my Mom.
Andresen Avatar
April 26, 2025 at 1:27 PM
- What a wonderful birthday gift ... the best she could get, Ilene :) - hugs
Cunningham Avatar
April 26, 2025 at 1:26 PM
A lovely thing to do Ilene, it's a shame that we didn't have all that modern technology years ago, we have to rely on memories and old black and white photos of loved ones no longer with us. Tom
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