When you were Ten, a Birthday Wish

If you think hard, you can remember when
On your birthday cake was "10"
You gathered around all of your friends
For you would never be ten again

Your presents were wrapped with ribbons and paper
You were innocent then, and life was much safer
Your cares now must seem to be much larger
and life, perhaps, a little bit harder

Please trust in me with this thought
For your birthday, a gift I've brought
Before you blow out your candles, remember to do this:
If you think of me and smile, I'll grant a special wish

To wash away all your troubles and fears
You need only realize how much for you I care
If you do this, you'll be as happy as when
On your birthday cake was "10"