Walk With Me While I Grow Older

Walk with me - While I grow older,

Hold my hand, - And brace my shoulder.

The strength of your arm - Will steady my pace

As I’m nearing the end - Of this amazing race.

 And if you will listen, - While I talk,

I’ll tell you secrets - As we walk.

So listen carefully, - As I speak,

Cuz the things I’ve learned - Are treasures to keep.

 Now, life’s goes up, - And life goes down,

But life gives diamonds - If you’ll look around.

 Like, watching a kitten - Chase a pup,

And watching your children - As they grow up.

 And do the things - You say you’ll do,

So that your friends - Can depend on you.

And silver and gold, - I have learned,

Are not as important - As the things you’ve earned.

And take the time - To draw and sing,

And do a dance - Every spring.

Learn to be gentle, - And share your cup,

And hold out your hand - To help someone up.

 And learn from today - A better tomorrow,

And learn that joy - Will follow sorrow.

 So, walk with me - While I grow older,

As my days grow short - And the air grows colder.

And ...

 If you remember my words, - As YOU grow older,
I’ll always be here, - Looking over your shoulder.