To my older sister, who, well, just turned 21.

My dearest sister, you're turning 21!
There's still time to go out and get tanned by the sun.

After 21 years, it's hard to believe
Your skin's just as yellow as a dry rose's leaf.

And remember that drink can be terribly bad,
Pick a driver that knows all the drinks that he's had.

And when you go clubbing, don't stay out too late,
Though no longer are there any curfews to break.

Oh! Gamble responsibly, watch closely your funds,
or before you may know, all that's left is your ones.Y

You're too old to go play in the ball pit today,
but I don't think you've fit there for years anyway.

Don't think much of all of the things you've outgrown,
Just think about all of the world you now own.

But mostly, remember to just have some fun,
'Cuz now you can party, 'cuz you turned 21!

posted - 11:41 AM