THE SO-CALLED: ONCE IN A LIFETIME

As midnight draws near, I wait,

Counting moments, feeling fate.

Eighteen candles soon to glow,

Wishes whispered, hearts will flow.

Time ticks slowly, dreams ignite,

A journey starts, a starry night.

With every second, joy and thrill,

Life's a canvas, my heart to fill.

The clock strikes twelve, the magic begins,

A dance of laughter, a chorus of grins.

Embracing change, a brand-new phase,

With love and hope, I'll light the way.

Each step I take, my spirit soars,

The world awaits, with open doors.

Once in a lifetime, this moment shines,

A celebration of dreams, love intertwines.

With friends beside me, laughter and cheer,

Memories crafted, forever held dear.

In this whirlwind, I find my voice,

In the dance of life, I rejoice.

So, here's to the dreams that take flight,

In the glow of youth, everything feels right.

Eighteen, a threshold, a beautiful start,

A promise of adventures, a leap of heart.

Time may move on, but this will stay,

A snapshot of joy, in every way.

Embracing the journey, I'll rise and shine,

This once-in-a-lifetime, forever mine.

So raise a glass, let laughter resound,

In this moment, true magic is found.

With love as my guide, I step ahead,

In this once-in-a-lifetime, I'll bravely tread.