To my Grandson AJ

I wish you all the best
On this auspicious day,
Good fortune all your life
When manhood comes your way,
You're part of my heritage - my clone,
A Holocaust survivor's gift
When I am gone,
I know, you'll always do
The best you can,
Congratulations, AJ,
Today, you are a man.

Alfred Charasz
Copyright 2008 Alfred Charasz