You're growing, oh, so fast
And I'm not ashamed to say
I'm so frightened of
Your time to go away
All too soon, you'll be grown up
You'll be here to cuddle no more
My arms will again be empty
I guess thats what memories are for.
I tuck you in all safe and warm
Then walk quietly to the door
Say, "I love you" and turn out the light
I'm glad I stayed an extra moment more
I treasure all our moments dearly.
You're still too young to understand
Oh, sweet innocent child of mine
But, in time, you'll feel as I am.
In years to come
You'll hold a child so fine
And you'll repeat these words,
"Oh, sweet, innocent child of mine..........."