In loving memory of my husband, Gary Petrigni, whose birthday is July 25.

Missing You On Your Birthday, Husband

I miss the strength you brought me

And the comfort that it gave,

And on your birthday it’s so hard

Pretending to be brave.

But I’ve found hidden courage

And it helps to see me through,

It guides me and protects me

And I know it comes from you.

Here on earth we shared a life

As happy as could be.

And I never took for granted

All you meant to me.

So I shall spend your birthday

Dreaming that you’re here,

Helping me to wipe away

Every silent tear.

Happy 74th Birthday Gary!

Love and miss you,

Your Loving Wife Mary Ann