Today is Huxley's Birthday. He'll be spending the day in bed chillin' to some tunes.
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Happy Birthday Huxley, you look like a cool cat snapping your fingers in rhythm. I hope you have a great day.
Happy Birthday, Huxley. How cool that you can snap your fingers! I still can't do that! Have a great day!