Bday Raven

Bday Raven
Originally uploaded by Bearded Jon.

Annually, dreaded by some cherished by others, the birth day comes. It is an inevitability and, as the saying goes, "Birthdays are good for you. The more you have the longer you live."

I have been born and died a multitude of times. I will be born and die a thousand times more. I am an old soul.

What do you get the birthday girl who has everything? The unexpected.

I surprised her with my presence on her porch railing. She was going for her morning coffee and there I was with nothing on but a smile. I cocked my head, cawed "happy birthday," and flew off. My job was done.