Barbara

Back in '69, we met on the beach

A lifetime of love was right in our reach

By '72, I was saying "I do"

Starting this beautiful journey with you

With your arms wrapped around me on the motorcycle seat

Just riding together made life so complete

You were gentle and loving right from the start

And you never let go of my heart

You have captivated my heart, my sister, my bride

With one glance of your eyes, standing by my side

Fifty-four years with my sweet Love Bug

Safe in the warmth of your generous hug

Love never fails, and I know that it's true

Barbara, I will forever love you

In '79, we began our deep walk with the Lord

Serving Him faithfully, in one accord

Taking our trips to the Sight and Sound stage

Watching the stories leap right off the page

You are so patient, so gentle and kind

The most beautiful spirit that I'll ever find

Through every season, you've been my best friend

A faithful devotion that won't ever end

You have captivated my heart, my sister, my bride

With one glance of your eyes, standing by my side

Fifty-four years with my sweet Love Bug

Safe in the warmth of your generous hug

Love never fails, and I know that it's true

Barbara, I will forever love you

When we look at the mountains, so tall and so grand

We see the pure beauty of God's mighty hand

His handiwork shines in the valley and stone

But I see His grace in the love we have known

Through fifty-four years of this marriage we share

Nothing on earth could begin to compare

You have captivated my heart, my sister, my bride

With one glance of your eyes, standing by my side

Fifty-four years with my sweet Love Bug

Safe in the warmth of your generous hug

Love never fails, and I know that it's true

Barbara, I will forever love you

Yes, I will forever love you