The Perfect Candle Comments
My birthday cake was ready
save for a lonely lighted candle
No need for shrill smoke alarm this time
greeting a bonfire too hot to handle!
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WHIMS MAKE THIS WORLD SPIN A WEE BIT BETTER ON IT'S AXIS..GREAT WORK, young lady! ''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''FJR
It is often the little gestures of loving ritual that make children and birthdays such a perfect combination. Thanks Esther for sharing your sweet memory and weaving it into such a readable poem. I love the word whimsy in the last stanza - perfect description of your son's action. love, Allie xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
This is a poem to warm anyone's heart Esther. There is no light quite like smiling eyes...your son's impulsive gesture is an act of pure love - what a fine young man he must be. Justine.
What a charming poem! You are so geniune, Esther. I warmly appreciate your artistry. Take care. Love, Sandra
A wonderful story! A son and his single act to make Mom happy. Thank you for sharing a delighful read. Patricia Gale
Very touching. You are blessed with a wonderful son. Warmly, Julia
Very cute story! We had a similar problem recently and had to do my sister-in-law's birthday cake with short wooden matches. The cake was delicious despite the ashes. -chuck
Bless his heart. What a lovely thing to do - and I'm so glad it inspired you to write this sweet little number about it. Hugs Anna xxx
Sounds like you had a wonderful birthday Esther........I'm glad to hear it! Take care. Sincerely, Mary
Kids come up with some wonderful things quite unexpected, and make the day so special. They seem to have clear minds to think things out and act upon these ideas that spring from lovely thoughts. A lovely write here Esther. Love Ernestine XXX
Ah! Bless Elisha's little cotton socks! ! ! How old is he though, Esther? He must be well into his teens if not older? Bless him anyway mind, and I'm glad that you enjoyed your birthday. Warm regards, Gina.
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7/28/2025 1:33:56 AM # 1.0.0
Esther, Did you not get the memo! ? At 50 years of age - - - the numbers are supposed to go the other way! 49 years after that you get to start again!