The above link will take you to a song I wrote during my Dad's illness : "This is for you Dad. I told you about it and hoped that we would listen to it together one day, but it was not to be. Now we can share it together in a new way. I wrote this song with a sense of how precious we each are, about the love, support and encouragement we need, particularly at times of suffering and which we can find even if it is difficult."
WORDS:
Child of Mine, I have carved you in the palm of my hand.
I will not leave you orphaned, I will never forget.
You are mine, you belong to me.
Take my hand, like a Mother I care for you my child.
Though the mountains may fall into the sea
You will always be with me.
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You lift me up, when I am broken ;
When I am lost, show me the way.
You are my guide, amidst confusion ;
And in the dark of night I call Your name and in the stillness know you’re there ;
And in the heat of day I feel Your peace in a gentle breath of air.
Walk, in the light, walk in the light of Love.
Hold your head high ; I am by your side.
Walk, in the light, walk in the steps of Life.
Spread your wings wide ; reach up, reach for the sky.
Child of mine, I knew you since before you came to be.
Every hair on your head, all of your cares,
These are known to me.
Raise your eyes, I am with you to the ends of the earth.
From the East to the West, North to the South,
You will always find my Love
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