Yes, my daughter, I remember the past

And the days that seemed to go by fast

I know it's hard for you to see

But, "my little girl", you'll always be.

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Look at you now, such a pretty sight

You've grown before me, it seems over night

You have special friends you want to see

And no longer can sit upon my knee.

There were times when we'd sing a silly song

And sometimes even dance along

The melody seemed so sweeter then

We shared the oneness of special friends.

I remember teaching you to ride a bike

A joyous look as you flew your kite

The funny times, we jumped in your pool

And the emptiness I felt, when you went to school.

I remember your "Happy Birthday" cake

You licked the spoon and helped me bake

Chocolate seemed to cover your face

But it wasn't long, 'till there was no trace.

I remember your smile, as you played so sweet

Even a teardrop on your cheek

How happy you were to tie your shoe

And the doll you held so close to you.

As I think of you daughter, I recall the past

Your childhood years that went so fast

The times I held you close to me

The times you cried, "Oh mama, please?"