This Time Around

This Time Around
A Birthday Affirmation

Another year – orbit the sun.
Same as the ones I’ve muddled through?
Oh hell naw – those days all but done
This time around – second to none.

As I revolve, what will I do?
I’ll do some work, I’ll have some fun.
Revolve, evolve, more growth that’s new;
This time around – more skies of blue.

As fifty-three has just begun;
I bid adieu to fifty-two.
Obstructions rise – I shall not run;
This time around – second to none.