Turning One

I waited 40 years to turn One for the fifth time. Cheers to the tears earned in a life's rhyme just and to remember who we are. I'm 'here' and I'm not far. It's the first, fifth time I've dared. ;)

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Brian Strand

Date: 8/14/2009 2:04:00 AM

Thank you for the 'mention ' in your contest Izzy and thank you for your welcome comments today Rgds Brian

Carrie Richards

Date: 8/13/2009 1:42:00 PM

I like the way your numbers add up !! :) Clever poem, Izzy!! ~ love, Carrie

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen

Date: 8/13/2009 12:53:00 PM

41 years old, Izzy? (1,11,21,31,41...) And Cheers to the tears that did not fall because of the many good choices made and much wisdom learned in every first, fifth time. Mistakes are where they belong.>>> in the past. Happy Life Day, Everyday! Lovingly Dane.

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 8/13/2009 9:28:00 AM

Witty but also poignant, Izzy. Happy Birthday wishes for the fifth time you've turned "one." Happy Friendship Week! Love, Carolyn

Doris Culverhouse

Date: 8/13/2009 6:57:00 AM

I like it, just one a different kind of math. I am one also

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/13/2009 4:01:00 AM

The 0's get me after that it's a piece of cake or a downhill slide. Beautifully written. Sara