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Heavenly Birthday

It's birthday time in heaven 
the one I  love is there. 
I would love to send her some flowers 
to show how much I care. 

If I could only say I love you 
and hold her in my arms. 
But all that's left are memories 
and some precious photographs. 

So if flowers grow in heaven 
lord pick a rose for me. 
And present it to the one I love 
Then kiss her tenderly. 

Tell her how much I miss and love her 
and in my heart she'll always stay. 
Sleep peacefully my angel in heaven 
thinking of you on this special day. 

God bless. 
J Read.

Copyright © John Read | Year Posted 2026

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Date: 9/30/2026 4:45:00 PM

A lovely poem John, very moving… Beryl
Date: 9/29/2026 8:16:00 PM

So tender, so sweet, John. You had me crying real tears there. ~ Gershon
Date: 9/29/2026 4:18:00 AM

Oh John….such a tender, touching, incredibly beautiful poem to your wife….straight from your loving heart. Your words convey how much you love and miss her. Happy Birthday to your wife!! Debx
Date: 9/29/2026 4:14:00 AM

A tender, heartfelt tribute that uses simple quatrains and gentle end-rhyme to carry its grief and devotion clearly. The direct address to heaven, the rose motif, and the closing birthday remembrance make the poem especially moving, honouring love as something that remains present through memory.

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