
You're up before the sun to build this life we share
A steady hand, a quiet strength, I know you're always there
You carry every burden, Mike, and never make a sound
The most dedicated partner that I have ever found
You've always been my rock, my soft place to fall
An awesome provider through it all
ChorusAnd no matter what the years have put us through
When I look at my forever, I see you
Through the shadows and the fire, side by side
I would choose you, Mike, a thousand times
Yeah, a thousand times over, for the rest of my life
Verse 2I love the memories we've made on our vacations
Just the two of us beneath a different sky
Now the house is full of grandkids' conversations
With the pets right at our feet as time goes by
You're the steady, loving force that keeps us strong
In your supportive arms is where I belong
ChorusAnd no matter what the years have put us through
When I look at my forever, I see you
Through the shadows and the fire, side by side
I would choose you, Mike, a thousand times
Yeah, a thousand times over, for the rest of my life
BridgeWe've weathered every storm that tried to shake our door
But the hard work that you put in made me love you more
Every sacrifice you made was for this family
You gave your heart and soul to them and me
Final ChorusAnd no matter what the years have put us through
When I look at my forever, I see you
Through the shadows and the fire, side by side
I would choose you, Mike, a thousand times
Yeah, a thousand times over, for the rest of my life
A thousand times over, I'm so glad you're mine