(John Redgate)
I couldn’t make my goddaughter Molly’s 1st Birthday party, but I awoke that morning and this gentle song tumbled out.
Your very first birthday and wouldn’t you know
You’re not feeling all that well,
Tired and cranky, fighting a cold
I know you’re not yourself
Baby, wouldn’t you like to get into your party clothes?
Baby, guests are arriving, now let me wipe your eyes and nose
Show everybody how well you can walk
With nobody helping you
Maybe we’ll get you to say a few words
I know you know a few
Baby, what do you make of this crazy old world so far?
Baby, life is a movie and you’re gonna be a movie star
So smile for the camera, take a big breath
And blow on the count of three
Contemplate your future plans
Wave to your adoring fans
Everybody clap your hands
For Baby