To Rachel Poem by Ian Keenan

You cannot help yourself,
Can you,
Liking as you do the rules
Of living safe and tidy,

Keeping things in order,
Protecting both your little ones
And Dave.

And you cannot help the love
You give to others,
Your laughter and your holding
Those who cry.

And since I've know you
Oh so long ago,
When you in school
Cheered your friends
And family so,

Your signature has been
Of loving even foe,
And so I celebrate you,
Rachel,

Your birthday bringing cheers
And song for another loving year,
From one among the many
Who adore you.