Your Heart for a Lifetime

Lyrics

[Verse 1] Some things are worth the wait, they say, And love shows up in its own way— Two weeks past the promised day, On your sister's birthday, you came to stay. A little heart already true, The world grew brighter, welcoming you. [Chorus] Oh, I'll hold your hand for a little while, But I'll hold your heart for a lifetime, child. James, my boy, how you've grown, Into a good man all your own. Keep that smile, keep love inside— Today I'm bursting full of pride. [Verse 2] You loved the wild, the open air, Tracking creatures everywhere. The covered porch became a zoo— Crawfish, turtles, sunfish too. I cheered you on through every game, Hockey, lacrosse—I called your name. [Chorus] Oh, I'll hold your hand for a little while, But I'll hold your heart for a lifetime, child. James, my boy, how you've grown, Into a good man all your own. Keep that smile, keep love inside— Today I'm bursting full of pride. [Bridge] Flying Pond and summer sun, Skating coves when winter come. Fun Ship Freddy, camping nights— Family love, our shining lights. [Verse 3] Now you stand and speak your vow, A whole new chapter's starting now. I watched you grow, I watched you climb, And loved you through each passing time. Go build a life of joy and grace— I see your father in your face. [Chorus] Oh, I'll hold your hand for a little while, But I'll hold your heart for a lifetime, child. James, my boy, how you've grown, Into a good man all your own. Keep that smile, keep love inside— Today I'm bursting full of pride. [Outro] We love you always, that stays true— Every road leads home to you.