Let's make this birthday one to remember.

74 years old (Born on September 01, 1950)

Happy Birthday, John! May your day be as delightfully quirky and timelessly witty as your poetry in *The Stunned Mullet*—a masterpiece that still leaves readers both amused and amazed. Your poetic charm continues to stun us all, proving once again that glamour—even when damaged—is always in style.

And let's not forget your brilliant tenure at Scripsi; you turned editing into an art form itself. Here's hoping this birthday brings you plenty of inspiration (and cake!) to fuel more literary adventures. Keep dazzling us with words, John—your verses age better than fine wine or vintage typewriters!