Let's make this birthday one to remember.

80 years old (Born on January 30, 1945)

Happy Birthday, Michael Dorris! Wishing you a day filled with celebrations as vibrant and engaging as your unforgettable narratives. Your incredible memoir, "The Broken Cord," didn't just captivate readers—it illuminated hearts and minds, earning you the prestigious National Book Critics Circle Award in 1989. Talk about writing your way into literary stardom!

As we celebrate another chapter of your inspiring journey today, let's raise a toast—not only to your impeccable storytelling talent in novels like "A Yellow Raft in Blue Water," but also to the humor, insightfulness, and warmth you consistently share through both written words and everyday encounters. Stay timelessly brilliant!