A Father’s Waltz With His Daughter

     I

I’ve dreamt of this dance for so long, though
A slight sadness hangs in my heart
For now that you’re married, we both know
Your own brand new life you must start.

     II

I trust that he always will love you
As much as I love you, and more
And that he will always be tender
To this little girl I adore.

And that he will always be tender
To this little girl I adore.

   III

A memory lasts but a lifetime
A moment arrives, then it’s gone
And now that my daughter’s a wife I’m
Aware of the time passing on.

   IV

And so with a sweep and a flourish
This father now gives you away
I hope that you grow old together
And that deep in love you will stay.

I hope that you grow old together
And that deep in love you will stay.

May 16, 2009 by Allan M. Heller