Annette

Growing up, Lord knows we weren't always in sync

Two different melodies under one roof

But the Father had a plan, more than I could think

And the love we have now is the living proof

You’ve always been quiet, but deep in your soul

Your words make me pause and they make me whole

Annette, we are sisters by birth

But we are friends by our very own choice

You bring a gentle comfort to this earth

With your sense of humor and your thoughtful voice

When I look at the bond that we grew into

I’m just so glad that God chose you

When the seasons turned and the days got long

We stood side by side, caring for Mother

You were my encouragement, you kept me strong

I couldn't have walked that road with another

You’d make me laugh when the tears were near

A steady spirit, so calm and clear

Annette, we are sisters by birth

But we are friends by our very own choice

You bring a gentle comfort to this earth

With your sense of humor and your thoughtful voice

When I look at the bond that we grew into

I’m just so glad that God chose you

Blood is the reason our story began

But friendship was part of a higher plan

Every quiet word and every laugh we share

Is an answered prayer, an answered prayer

From sharing the burden to sharing the grace

No one could ever take your place

Oh Annette, we are sisters by birth

But we are friends by our very own choice

You bring a gentle comfort to this earth

With your sense of humor and your thoughtful voice

Through the care and the tears and the joy we knew

My best friend, I'm so glad that God chose you

Yes, I'm so glad that God chose you