You're a chosen child...
You're ours, but not by birth.
But we feel the same, we feel
You're the greatest child on earth.
You're a chosen child...
Sent down from God above.
Chosen to fill our home,
With laughter and with love.
You're a chosen child,
(NAME)...
You've given us so much pleasure.
Chosen above the rest,
A precious, priceless treasure.
A daughter is a wonderful
blessing,
A treasure from above.
She's laughter, warmth and special charm,
She's thoughtfulness and love.
A daughter brings a special
joy,
That comes from deep inside.
And as she grows to adulthood,
She fills your heart with pride.
With every year that
passes,
She's more special than before.
Through every stage, though every age,
You love her even more.
No words can describe
the warm memories,
The pride and gratitude, too.
That comes from having a daughter,
To love and to cherish... just like you, (NAME)!
A son is a wonderful
blessing,
A treasure from above.
He's laughter, warmth and special charm,
He's thoughtfulness and love.
A son brings a special
joy,
That comes from deep inside.
And as he grows to manhood,
He fills your heart with pride.
With every year that
passes,
He's more special than before.
Through every stage, though every age,
You love him even more.
No words can describe
the warm memories,
The pride and gratitude, too.
That comes from having a son,
To love and to cherish... just like you, (NAME)!
Cleaning and scrubbing
Can wait till tomorrow,
For babies grow up
We've learned to our sorrow.
So quiet down cobwebs,
Dust go to sleep,
I'm rocking my baby,
And babies don't keep.
My
Perfect Child
(Specify Gender)
As my children were born,
I wanted them to be perfect.
When they were babies, I wanted them to smile and to be content
playing with their toys.
I wanted them to be happy
and to laugh continually instead
of crying and being demanding. I wanted them to see
the beautiful side of life.
As they grew older, I
wanted them to be giving instead of selfish.
I wanted them to skip the terrible twos.
I wanted them to stay innocent forever.
As they became teenagers,
I wanted them to be obedient and not
rebellious, mannerly and not mouthy. I wanted them to be gentle,
kindhearted, and full of love.
"Oh, God, give me
a child like this," was often my prayer.
One day He did.
Some call (him/her) handicapped... I call (him/her) perfect.
I just want you to know...
How important you are to me,
Knowing that you care and understand me,
... that you trust and believe in me.
I just want you to know...
How wonderful it is having you as a lover,
Knowing that you are always there for me,
... that you will always be my friend.
I just want you to know...
That I know how wonderful you are,
... that I do care,
... and that I do love you, (NAME).
I just want you to know.
I'm glad there's you
to smile at me
And brighten up my day,
To share my thoughts and understand
The things I do and say.
I'm glad there's you
to laugh with me
At ordinary things,
To show me what is special,
In everything life brings.
I'm glad there's you
to be with,
And I think it's time you knew,
Just how happy you have made me, (NAME),
And how glad I am there's you!
If I had (NAME) to raise
all over again,
I'd build self-esteem first and the house later.
I'd finger-paint more and point the finger less.
I would do less correcting and more connecting.
I'd take my eyes off
my watch and watch with my eyes.
I would care to know less and know to care more.
I'd take more hikes and fly more kites.
I'd stop playing serious and seriously play.
I would run through more
fields and gaze at more stars.
I'd do more hugging and less tugging.
I'd see the oak tree in the acorn more often.
I would be firm less often, and affirm much more.
I'd model less about
the love of power,
and more about the power of love.
If it helps to know
someone cares...
I do
If it helps to know
Someone is willing to share...
I will
If it helps to know,
(NAME)
Someone will always be there...
I am
Because our relationship
is based on
Mutual honesty
And communication...
Because I like the way you treat me with respect...
Because we don't need
to play games
Or test each other...
Because I feel happy and lucky to have found you...
Because my wish for us
is
That we spend the rest of our lives together...
Because I respect you,
Appreciate you,
And most of all,
I love you, (NAME)...
I will try to give you
the very best
And the happiest moments
That life can offer.
Sticky fingers, dirty
face
Rugs and pillows out of place.
Cars and trucks here and there,
playing cowboys without a care.
Gold and silver I have none,
but worth millions is my son.
Once in a while a friend
is found,
Who's a friend from the very start...
Once in a while a friendship
is made,
That really warms the heart...
Once in a while a friendship
is found,
To have a lifetime through...
It really does happen,
(NAME),
Just once in a while...
It happened to me and you!
A special little girl
God gave to us one day,
You were placed into our arms for us to lead you way.
The love we had for you
right from the very start,
Has grown so much and now it completely fills our hearts.
Our lives have had some
laughter,
We've had our share of tears.
But God has given each their place,
With the passing of the years.
You stand before us now
and it's hard to understand,
How God has turned our little girl into a fine young woman.
But this one thing remember
as you open each new door.
That as much as we do love you, (NAME), God still loves you more.
Our Son
A special little boy
God gave to us one day,
You were placed into our arms for us to lead you way.
The love we had for you
right from the very start,
Has grown so much and now it completely fills our hearts.
Our lives have had some
laughter,
We've had our share of tears.
But God has given each their place,
With the passing of the years.
You stand before us now
and it's hard to understand,
How God has turned our little boy into a fine young man.
But this one thing remember
as you open each new door.
That as much as we do love you, (NAME), God still loves you more.
The day you wed our daughter,
The day you took her hand,
We didn't want to let her go,
For you, or any man.
But now we see the joy
she's found,
How on you she can depend.
You've made her life complete,
You've become her special friend.
So now we want to tell
you, (NAME),
That you have grown to be,
Someone we think the world of,
We're glad to call you "family".
As a child
I sought your
Guidance and strength
To help me find happiness in life.
Now as an adult
I walk
Beside you
And find happiness in sharing
Your Understanding
Your love and
Your friendship.
Every time I think of
you, (NAME)
I feel the intensity
Of loving you
Like you could never imagine.
What I want more than
anything
Is to hold you in my arms
And tell you just how much I love you,
And how much I want you in my life.
Please...
Don't ever doubt my love for you.
Because it is as real today
As it was the day
We first began to share a love.
Some things will always
be in style
Good solid things like honesty,
And trust and caring about people.
It's qualities like these
that
Keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these,
(NAME),
That you've taught me to value,
Through your influence, your example,
And your love.
It has made me love you
very much,
And has made me very proud to
Have you for my special friend.
Our family is a circle
of strength and love.
With every birth and every
union, the circle grows.
Every joy shared adds
more love.
Every crisis faced together
makes the circle stronger.
There are many people
That we meet in our lives.
But only a very few
Will make a lasting impression
On our minds and hearts.
It is these people
That we will think of often,
And who will always remain
Important to us as...
True friends!
Walking
With Grandma (Name Here)
I like to walk with Grandma,
Her steps are short like mine,
She doesn't say, "Now Hurry Up!"
She always takes her time.
I like to walk with Grandma,
Her eyes see things like mine do...
Wee pebbles bright, a funny cloud,
Half hidden drops of dew.
Most people have to hurry,
They do not stop and see.
I'm glad that God made Grandma (NAME),
Unrushed and young like me.
Walking With Grandpa (Name Here)
I like to walk with Grandpa,
His steps are short like mine,
He doesn't say, "Now Hurry Up!"
He always takes his time.
I like to walk with Grandpa,
His eyes see things like mine do...
Wee pebbles bright, a funny cloud,
Half hidden drops of dew.
Most people have to hurry,
They do not stop and see.
I'm glad that God made Grandpa (NAME),
Unrushed and young like me.
A grandmother is a remarkable
woman.
She's a wonderful combination of
warmth and kindness, laughter and love.
She overlooks our faults, encourages our dreams,
and praises our every success.
A grandmother has the
wisdom of a teacher,
the sincerity of a true friend, and the
tenderness of a mother.
She's someone we admire, respect and
love very much.
A grandmother will always have a cherished
place in our memories and in our hearts.
She's someone for whom we want every happiness
in return for the joy she always brings.
A grandmother is all
the dear and precious
things in life...
When she's a grandmother like you.
Some things will always
be in style
Good solid things like honesty, and trust and caring about people.
It's qualities like these
that keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these,
Dad, that you've taught me to value,
through your influence, your example, and your love.
It has made me love you
very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my dad.
Some things will always
be in style
Good solid things like honesty, and trust and caring about people.
It's qualities like these
that keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these,
Daddy, that you've taught me to value,
through your influence, your example, and your love.
It has made me love you
very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my daddy.
To
Father With Love
Some things will always be in style
Good solid things like honesty, and trust and caring about people.
It's qualities like these
that keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these,
Father, that you've taught me to value,
through your influence, your example, and your love.
It has made me love you
very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my father.
Some things will always
be in style
Good solid things like honesty, and trust and caring about people.
It's qualities like these
that keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these,
Granddad, that you've taught me to value,
through your influence, your example, and your love.
It has made me love you
very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my Granddad.
Some things will always
be in style
Good solid things like honesty, and trust and caring about people.
It's qualities like these
that keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these,
Grandfather, that you've taught me to value,
through your influence, your example, and your love.
It has made me love you
very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my Grandfather.
To Grandpa With Love
Some things will always be in style
Good solid things like honesty, and trust and caring about people.
It's qualities like these
that keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these,
Grandpa, that you've taught me to value,
through your influence, your example, and your love.
It has made me love you
very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my Grandpa.
I sure hope this Father's
Day
Is your very best by far,
Extra nice and extra
fun
the way you always are.
Times are fun when you're
around,
No nicer dad could ever be found!
You're the greatest kind
of dad
Any kid has ever had...
Some things will always
be in style
Good solid things like honesty, and trust and caring about people.
It's qualities like these
that keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these,
Papa, that you've taught me to value,
through your influence, your example, and your love.
It has made me love you
very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my Papa.
Some things will always
be in style
Good solid things like honesty, and trust and caring about people.
It's qualities like these
that keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these,
Son, that you've taught me to value,
through your influence, your example, and your love.
It has made me love you
very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my Son.
If you have any questions, please email me.
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