To my dearest friend

The clock ticks down, it's a precious sign Your chapter is done, a new page is on time. The stars align a scheme bright and true A story fresh, with dreams for you to pursue. Goodbye, sweet seventeen a chapter now complete, Welcome eighteen, with all that's good and sweet. You are no longer a child, but a young soul to explore, Ready to embrace the responsibilities that lie before. The night descends, the moon begins to shine, It remembers the day you became your mother's first mine Two hundred and sixteen months ago she heard a tiny cry, Naomi, dear friend, your birthday is drawing nigh. On this fifth of July, a celebration we hold dear, For years of laughter, friendship, and joy so clear. You've brought sunshine and love, a warmth that is pure and real, A blessing in our lives, Naomi, it's all for you.