Let's make this birthday one to remember.

89 years old (Born on March 26, 1936)

Happy Birthday, James L. White! May your day be filled with poetic inspiration and just enough cake to fuel another masterpiece like "The Salt Ecstasies." Your words have danced gracefully through the hearts of readers, leaving us both moved and slightly envious of your lyrical genius.

Your legacy continues brilliantly—especially with the prestigious James White Poetry Prize celebrating talented gay male poets in your honor. Clearly, you've set a high bar for literary greatness (and birthday celebrations). Here's hoping this year brings you even more success—and perhaps fewer edits from overly enthusiastic editors!

Cheers to laughter, poetry, and timeless brilliance!