River Calmed (Lyrics) 

I held a child, cradled him in my arms 
Protected him from the elements, against all harm 
Tears of joy for the gift that was given 
A silent stream, for the fear inside me hidden 
I watched him crawl, then walk, then run 
Observed his pleasures, his creative fun

We had trials, the best of me lacking and side tracked 
He was on the side lines, waiting on the facts 
So in need but against the natural bond 
As I tried to assure him as the river calmed

The love in my soul expelled, I could not hold it down 
The more I tried to love, the more he frowned 
He walked alone, endurance, a man becoming 
As my acceptance became more of a shunning 
I said a prayer one day my hearts desire overflowing 
It is not what I have now but my faith and knowing

We had trials, the best of me lacking and side tracked 
He was on the side lines, waiting on the facts 
So in need but against the natural bond 
As I tried to assure him as the river calmed