When you were small, I held your hand and protected you from harm.
When you were hurt I held your hand and brushed away the tears.
When you were sick I held your hand and kissed your flushed red cheek.
When you were scared I held your hand and told you not to fear.
When you prayed I held your hand as you voiced your thoughts to God.
When you slept I held your hand to keep bad dreams away.
I’ll be close by to hold your hand no matter where you are,
I’ll reach for you to take your hand until my dying day.