Erin

From the very second of your birth

You have been my blessing on this earth

I still see that toddler in the mud puddle

Running back to me for a laugh and a cuddle

You grew up confident, thoughtful, and kind

Leaving those messy little footprints behind

Every single day I watch you shine and grow

And there is just one thing I need you to know

Erin, my daughter, my very best friend

I'll be right beside you, on that you can depend

Always remember when you're looking for the light:

It's not always our plans, but it's always right

Yeah, everything turns out the way it's supposed to be

Just look at the woman you are, and you'll see

I watched you walk the aisle as a gorgeous bride

Standing there so brave, filling me with pride

I held your hand through the fears of giving birth

Now you're an amazing mom, a force on this earth

And I saw the wonder shining in your face

When you held your first grandchild in a warm embrace

Through all the passing years and the shifting sand

I have been so lucky just to hold your hand

Erin, my daughter, my very best friend

I'll be right beside you, on that you can depend

Always remember when you're looking for the light:

It's not always our plans, but it's always right

Yeah, everything turns out the way it's supposed to be

Just look at the woman you are, and you'll see

Loving and protective, honest and fun

You have a beautiful heart that warms like the sun

From the second you were born to where we stand today

I am so proud of you, and I just want to say

No matter where you go or what tomorrow brings

You are the reason that my spirit sings

Oh Erin, my daughter, my very best friend

I'll be right beside you, on that you can depend

Always remember when you're looking for the light:

It's not always our plans, but it's always right

Yeah, everything turns out the way it's supposed to be

You are my blessing, for all eternity