To the lover of my youth, the solace for my age
My protection from what harms
You will reach for me on our darkest days
And I will come home to your arms
And I will hold you dear
While my shadow's long and my eyes are clear
I know these days will pass away
So I will hold you dear
Oh, blessed mother, and the father I adore
There is time upon your faces
I will cherish you 'til you leave me for
Your eternal holy places
And I will hold you dear
While my shadow's long and my eyes are clear
I know these days will pass away
So I will hold you dear
You're a part of me and the one I love
The sweetest years won't tarry
You will reach for me when my arms are full
And I will lay down the things I carry
And I will hold you dear
While my shadow's long and my eyes are clear
I know these days will pass away
So I will hold you dear
I know these days will pass away
So I will hold you dear
