Poem to Ann,

gentle hands,

quite content,

she makes few demands

on those who have come

to love her so

and over time

I’ve come to know

her peaceful ways

and gentle heart.

She supports her friends

right from the start.

So whether you’re feeling

sad or blue

she’ll be right there

to talk it through.

Insightful, warm, a committed wife.

She’s a grateful soul

and embraces life.

She’s wise, profound and funny too,

now, Ann might want to stick some needles in you.

With those five elements and a little yin chao

she’s a healing force, she moves with the Tao.

Now don’t get me wrong

Ann’s no saint.

And decisions are sometimes hard for her to make.

But I’ve never seen her look forlorn

Or play the braggart, toot her own horn.

She just moves through the world

To do what is right.

She’s involved with her family

Morning and night.

She’s a renaissance woman

From Michigan shores

And Esalen cliffs,

Ann loves the outdoors.

So don’t underestimate

Our dear friend Ann.

She’s just getting started,

she’s hardly began.

So as this poem comes to an end

Happy Birthday Ann,

I’m glad you’re my friend !