To My Children On Father's Day

To My Children On Father's Day

As babes I held you in my arms

and watched you fall asleep

then held you even longer

because my love was deep

I laid you down upon your crib

and asked the Lord to know

that I trusted His protection

and guidance for your soul

With every night I prayed your names

again when came the dawn

to help you to your journeys end

I prayed in word and song

I've seen your first big smile

and wiped away some tears

I've cut your little toe nails

and chased away some fears

I've made you laugh despite yourself

and sometimes made you cry

I've let you know you're worth respect

from each and every guy

I've taught you to be thinkers

even playing silly games

and watched you become leaders

a joy much more than fame

and when your pain came sudden

with questions as to why

I've trusted Him to help you through

but managed still to cry

you've chosen well your spouses

then blessed me with a crew

of the cutest bunch of rascals

that a grown man ever knew

so now my prayers take longer

though I don't complain a bit

those grand kids have a special place

my arms a perfect fit