Let's make this birthday one to remember.

76 years old (Born on July 07, 1948)

Happy Birthday, Stephen Ratcliffe! May your day be filled with poetic inspiration and fewer literary critics (other than yourself). Your remarkable works like *Distance*, *Triptych/Trilogy*, and *Idea's Mirror* continue to captivate readers—proving once again that you have mastered the art of turning words into timeless journeys.

Here's hoping this year brings even more success in publishing, teaching, and writing. Keep dazzling us all with your profound insights—and remember: age is merely a number; poetry lasts forever. Cheers to another chapter full of creativity, laughter, and perhaps fewer run-ins with writer’s block!

Have an epic birthday celebration!