for my beloved father

There's two things I know for sure:She was sent here from heaven and she'sdaddy's little girl.As I drop to my knees by her bed at nightShe talks to Jesus and I close my eyes andI thank god for all the joy in my lifeOh, but most of allFor butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer;sticking little white flowers all up in herhair; "Walk beside the pony, Daddy, it's my first ride.""I know the cake looks funny, Daddy, but I sure tried."In all that I've done wrong I know I musthave done something right to deserve a hugevery morning and butterfly kisses at night.

Sweet 16 todayShe's looking like her mama a little more everydayOne part woman, the other part girl.To perfume and make-up from ribbons and curlsTrying her wings out in a great big world.

But I rememberButterfly kisses after bedtime prayer; stickinglittle white flowers all up in her hair."You know how much I love you, Daddy, But if youdon't mind I'm only gonna kiss you on the cheek this time."With all that I've done wrong I must have donesomething right to deserve her love every morningand butterfly kisses at night.

All the precious timeLike the wind, the years go by.Precious butterfly.Spread your wings and fly.

She'll change her name today.She'll make a promise and I'll give her away.Standing in the bride-room just staring at her.She asked me what I'm thinking and I said "I'm notsure-I just feel like I'm losing my baby girl."She leaned over...gave me butterfly kisses with her mama there,Sticking little white flowers all up in her hair"Walk my down the aisle, Daddy-it's just about time.""Does my wedding gown look pretty, Daddy? Daddy, don't cry!"

Oh, with all that I've done wrong I must havedone something right.To deserve your love every morning and butterflykisses-I couldn't ask God for more, man this is what love is.

I know I gotta let her go, but I'll always rememberevery hug in the morning and butterfly kisses.