For Amanda (it's a surprise)

 How do I write write a love poem for a poet?

How do I describe a sunset when you

Invented red? Before I ever knew it,

'Twas on your lips I first saw crimson hue. 

I swear the stars shine dimmer then your eyes

I swear the birds song strives to match your voice

So sweet, I swear I'll think up some new lines

Less tired, some new metaphors, more choice.

If I said I were speechless would that be

Too trite? Even though I can't, (this is true)

Think of any more ways to say: "you see:

I'd write a hundred thousand poems for you."

For all my borrowed words and turns of phrase

I love you so much, have a great birthday(s)!