My Gift

This precious gift God's given me
I've nurtured it so carefully
But this young man so sweet and fair
whispered 'I love yous' in my ear
So disregarding God's command
I lay my gift into his hands ...







I've given of my best before
But that young man walked through the door
This new-found love seems so sincere
Moreover he told me I'm so dear
So yet again my heart he wins
I hand my gift over to him ...

Twice before I have been hurt
Two young men have torn my heart
But this young man treats me so rare
He says I'll be his wife - next year
So another time my gift I bring
And turn my all over to him.

You went low down on bended knees
And spoke the words will you marry me
The pastor sealed our love with vows
But what do I have to give you now
This gift that should have been only yours
I've caused to be misused by others before -



So with dismay I must confess
I'm giving you less than my best!



My Gift © 2012

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