For Billy on His 22nd Birthday Another birthday's here, my son, Which means another year Has come and gone without your smile, Another filled with tears. And this should be a special time With college grad time near, A time to celebrate with friends, A time for fun and cheer. Your classmates will all wear their gowns And toss their caps on high, Their parents will be filled with joy, But we'll just breathe a sigh. We may still have a party, And I may bake a cake, But we won't see your smiling face Or happy pictures take. Still, never will this day come 'round When we don't think of you, Remembering all the special things You always used to do. And May 27th will always be A very precious day, Sacred to the memory Of the son who couldn't stay. You'll never be forgotten And this day will always be A cause for celebration And happy memories. Written for Diane, Jimmy, and Family with great love, Saralyn McAfee Smith May 27, 2008