Let's make this birthday one to remember.

79 years old (Born on September 21, 1945)

Happy birthday, Kay! May your celebrations flow smoother than "The Niagara River," and may you tackle the cake with the steady grace of someone expertly balancing atop those whimsical Elephant Rocks. You've made navigating life's oddities a poetic delight for us all.

Congratulations on gifting poetry lovers an extraordinary vision through collections like your Pulitzer-winning magnum opus, "The Best of It." With every charm-filled phrase you've crafted—from contemplative flamingos to meditative rivers—you've reminded us that humor and depth often share very cozy quarters. Here's hoping this year adds even more engaging absurdity—and perhaps another laureate-worthy stanza or two.