I just don't have a special card
And so this one must do
But I will write a little verse
Especially for you.

Enclosed within you'll find a check
It comes to you with love
But before you try to cash it
Please note the date above.

The bank it's writ on is well known
It's backed by Fort Knox gold
And though not made of rubber
They sometimes bounce I'm told.

Now you have a happy birthday
And chalk up another year
Just knowing that the Sutherlands
Are mighty glad that you're still here.