I wish it wasn't my birthday

There are too many wrinkles on my face

The cards have dwindled across my mantelpiece

The presents are grown up

A pair of socks

Maybe?

I wish it wasn't my birthday

There are no visitors to my home

No special meal out

Just a ready meal for one all alone

I might buy myself a little cake

Put one candle in it

Make a wish

That next year

I'll look forward to my birthday

Spent with friends and family

Instead of my pot plant.