Mon Anniversaire

I was given a prompt about birthdays.

Yesterday, I walked along the endless road
Following the crowd, nothing strange
Now comrades enter my humble abode
It seems a party has been arranged

A cake with layers a mile high
Served with countless helping hands
I kiss the candles goodbye
We sing about how old I am

Gifts are pushed in every direction
They've waited all year for this
I appreciate their friendly affection
For many years, I'll reminisce

Birthdays are funny things
I'm praised for being closer to death
For one day, you are a king
Victory in your final breath

Life is Russian Roulette
He is the one who calls the shots
We party until the end is met
Perhaps a few years is all we got

Author's Note

There was a prompt about birthdays. I wanted to see what I could do with it. I think this turned out quite nicely.