Birthday poems have long been a cherished way to express love, joy, and reflection. whether you’re searching for the perfect birthday poem for a friend, sending sweet granddaughter birthday wishes, or honoring a spouse or daughter, poetry offers a personal and lasting touch. In this collection, we’ve gathered seven authentic, public domain poems—including those from … Read more
By Robert Burns O my Luve is like a red, red roseThat’s newly sprung in June;O my Luve is like the melodyThat’s sweetly played in tune. As fair art thou, my bonnie lass,So deep in luve am I;And I will luve thee still, my dear,Till a’ the seas gang dry. Till a’ the seas gang … Read more
By Anne Bradstreet If ever two were one, then surely we.If ever man were loved by wife, then thee;If ever wife was happy in a man,Compare with me, ye women, if you can. I prize thy love more than whole mines of gold,Or all the riches that the East doth hold.My love is such that … Read more
by Mary Tighe Sweet is the strain whose soothing powerMay charm the solitary hour,And bid the heart o’er sorrow bornForget to heave the sigh forlorn. But ah! more sweet the voice that speaksAffection’s truth when friendship wakes,And bids the heart exulting riseTo catch the rapture of the eyes. Then let the song its tribute payTo … Read more
By Julia Carney Little drops of water,Little grains of sand,Make the mighty oceanAnd the pleasant land. So the little minutes,Humble though they be,Make the mighty agesOf eternity. So our little errorsLead the soul awayFrom the paths of virtueFar in sin to stray. Little deeds of kindness,Little words of love,Make our earth an Eden,Like the heaven … Read more
by Calef Brown I give you a windflower.This day is yours.Take it with laughter,And with tears,And with the faithThat love endures. The years are manyThat lie ahead—May they be gentleAs the rose is red,As the lily is white,As the violet is blue,And may they be kindAs I am to you.