I was born on St Patrick's day in 1936. I was named John Patrick. When I was about 10 years old, I asked my mother why I was named John Patrick instead of Patrick John. She said that when I was born there were lots of Pat and Mick Irish jokes doing the rounds and as my older brother was named Michael, she didn't want us to be known as Pat and Mick. True story that! Many people have told me that I don't look 83, most say I don't look a day older than 82. Have had a great day today.
Many happy returns for yesterday Johnny boy. Rest assured I had a few pints of Guinness last night
As I didn't know that it was your birthday I feel it only right that I should have a few more this evening as a toast to your health
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