APPA!

As you usher a brand new decade
   There is so much to look back and reminisce
The path you tread, the water you wade,
   Led to a place of serenity and bliss!!

An humble beginning, youngest of four
  Your journey from a boy to a grounded lad
Keeping values, hard-work and sincerity as core,
  Growing up to be  a trusted son, brother and comrade!!

Finding your match in a Trichy lass
   Checking in to new places to see what's in store
Juggling between being a husband, father and an in-law with class
  Your adventure began in Bangalore

Winning all awards and accolades there is
   Across North and South of the official tree
Meandering home and office
  Between Bhopal, Chennai and God' own country!!

Stepping to don the new hat
 of THE father-in-law
But nothing, I can safely bet
 Was more precious than the additions 2011 saw!!!

You have been a great partner, father and mentor
   So many people you nourished
But the one trait we can never ignore
  Is that loud hearty laugh we cherish!!

Our prayers for you will stay
  You're granted with health and blessings!
At the start of each new day
  In all the arenas you are progressing.

We ask for peace for you, in all things big and small
But it is in His loving care We pray for you of all!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY APPA!!!!


Love from CA and TX!