We have been together for more than half of our lives.
As the time has gone by, we have grown up, grown closer and grown wiser.
You are the sweetest and most graceful lady I know.
You also have a strength that very few people know of, but I see every day.
As you have grown older, you have grown more beautiful and desirable to me.
I love you very much.
I hope you have a great birthday.

What a sweet and well-deserved tribute to Shannon!