For Elliott, now upon your twenty-first,
We mark the years with gratitude and pride;
A child once quick with wonder, joy, and thirst,
Now stands with strength and kindness as your guide.
Your laughter lit the rooms through passing days,
Your courage grew through every test and turn;
You meet the world with calm, unshowy grace,
And keep a heart still eager yet to learn.
May friendship, purpose, love, and hope be near,
May honest labour bring its rightful due;
May every dream grow clearer, year by year,
And bright good fortune walk the road with you.
Though time moves on, one truth will still endure:
You are much loved, and that love shall stay sure.
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Author:
Goldfinch60 (Pseudonym) (
Offline) - Published: May 27th, 2026 00:59
- Comment from author about the poem: It is my Grandson Elliott's 21st birthday today.
- Category: special-occasion
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Comments6
A fine write Gold.
Thanks Orchi.
Happy birthday Elliot .. 😎👍
Thank you Neville, most kind.
Andy
A beautiful commemorative sonnet for a grandson turning man. Well written Andy
Thank you soren, much appreciated.
Andy
You are most welcome Andy
Happy 21st Elliott 🤗
Thank you Teddy.
Andy
Happy 21st! What a blessing🕊️🙏
Most kind Rik, thank you.
Andy
We wish him all the best in life and may he be blessed with good health, happiness and success in all his endeavors 💅
Thank you Nafisa, most kind.
Andy
most welcome, have a great weekend..
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