(04 October 1943 / Germany)

poet Herbert Nehrlich
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Birthday Wisdom For Gregory

A birthday comes but once a year,
the day remains the same.
But let me make it crystal clear:
When they picked out your name,
they wisely mapped a life for you
so that you'd comprehend,
the birthdays HE has given you
must tally in the end.

Submitted: Sunday, November 26, 2006
Edited: Saturday, November 27, 2010

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  • Gina Onyemaechi (11/27/2006 5:16:00 AM)

    Would this be in reference to your very own offspring? Bouncy and neat.

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  • Gina Onyemaechi (11/27/2006 5:16:00 AM)

    Would this be in reference to your very own offspring? Bouncy and neat.

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