From the first time we set eyes on that tiny babe, we knew
We would love that child forever, no matter how she grew
A perfect little bundle, so pretty and fall of charm
She fell asleep contentedly on her granddad’s arm
The bond was set, we both were hooked and totally beguiled
Our lives would be transformed by the birth of our first grandchild
She had such a sunny nature, always had a smile
From a very early age, she developed her own style
Before she could talk, you’d always hear her chatter
Before she could walk, you’d hear the pitter patter
As she crawled around our flat, along the wooden floor
This certainly was a child that you could not ignore
She had me round her finger before she’d yet turned two
She’d tell me where to sit and tell me what to do
We’d play lots of games that her little mind invented
Just being with little Eve made you feel so contended
A little girl who loved to dance, had an early sense of fashion
Matching clothes and pretty shoes were an early passion
And it didn’t take her long to start giving me advice
On what I should wear with what and whether I looked nice
Every minute that we’ve spent with her has always been a joy
She’s beautiful and loving, and yet she’s very coy
She doesn’t know how lovely she is, which is why we want to say
That she just gets even lovelier, every single day
But suddenly that little babe’s a little girl no more
Today she turns a page, opens a brand new door
It was thirteen years ago that Eve came into the world
And the story of her life began to be unfurled
Now she is a teenager, it’s hard to believe
On her way to adulthood, but still our lovely Eve
Happy birthday to you darling, may this be the start
Of another chapter in your life in which we’ll play our part
Have fun, have a ball, hope you never have a care
But know that when you need us we will always be there!

Nanny Jo and Granddad
19th January 2012