Mel, as you celebrate your birthday,

May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm on your face, The rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

May God be with you and bless you, May you see your children's children. May you be poor misfortune, Rich in blessings, May you know nothing but happiness From this day forward.

May the road rise to meet you May the wind always be at your back, May the warm rays of sun fall upon your home, And may the hand of a friend always be near. Amen.

Mel had eloquent responses to each of my blessings.

The oneg was spectacular. The chocolate cake was delicious.