The time has come for you to pray
And thank the Lord for the coming day
You have travelled on a rocky path
And there were many times you did not laugh
But by your side and in the bleakest light
God held, with love, your hand so tight
And when amongst the thorns you fell
He picked you up and made you well
Your life was hard, but don’t you see
You were chosen especially
And with the strength that you have gained
The Lord will surely have you trained
He blessed you with a child, his love
As he did Mary from above
A mark of experience it will mean
When you look back on what has been
A new beginning, a whole new life
Will mean much more in times of strife
Go now in peace within your heart
A perfect love, a brand new start. ©