Alisha,

I started to buy a card,
You know, for your birthday.
I read each one carefully,
But none had the right thing to say.

As I thought about you,
I decided to tell you how I feel.
No silly card could do that;
It just wouldn't seem real.

I wanted you to know that you're special,
And that seeing you makes my day.
I wanted you to know I love you,
And that I miss you more than I can say.

You're my little sister,
And today is your special day.
So, I'm wishing you lots of happiness
And a wonderful birthday.

Lisa Rodenberry
January 25, 1995