Let's make this birthday one to remember.

83 years old (Born on October 30, 1941)

Happy Birthday, Larry! Another year older and still writing circles around the rest of us. Your timeless classic "Beyond the Bedroom Wall" remains as fresh today as when it first captivated readers back in 1975—proving once again that great literature never ages (unlike some authors we know!).

From your insightful essays in "Made Fresh," to bravely sharing personal journeys like those detailed so vividly in your memoir, "A Step from Death," you've consistently inspired us with wisdom wrapped neatly inside wit. Here's hoping this birthday brings you plenty more stories worth telling—and cake slices big enough for second helpings!