Story Behind the Song
This is Bar's favorite song! Spence expanded her original lyric into a trilogy to complete the cycle In the aftermath of September 11, we all have a keener sense of how quickly lives can be taken.
Lyrics
My Beloved
First Verse:
My beloved, dear beloved, this morn' you have arrived! See your dimples -- little wrinkles! God bless my tiny child! I shall strive to provide all that's sweet all that's right -- and to raise you straight and strong! Lord protect you, all the while -- may life be full of song. How I'll cherish my beloved, I'll be there for you now on!
Second Verse:
My beloved, dear beloved, today's your wedding day! Once so helpless, now so restless to start out on your way! I shall now stand aside -- shed a tear, filled with pride as you take your solemn vows. Lord protect you, newly married, as you begin your quest. How I'll cherish my beloved, may your love be truly bless'd!
Third Verse:
My belove, dear beloved, tonight you've flown to God --taken from us, way to early, without last word or nod. I shall stand by your grave, holding fast what you gave to all those that loved you so. How I'll cherish ev'ry memory, from dawn until sunset. My beloved, dear beloved, I shall nevermore forget!
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