Innocence in Paradise

The innocence of childhood

Should remain throughout my life

Then the freedom I've been gifted

Can surround me day and night

I can give my hand to others

Who can't reach to find their way

And be more than just a stranger

To the ones I love each day

Daisies and buttercups, shadows from the sun

Innocence in paradise, a time for everyone

Faith, mighty faith, the promise no one sees

The days pass so quickly, they will never wait for me

The comfort of a good friend

Could be all I need to find

To embrace the world around me

Give myself some valued time

I will share in equal measures

All the problems of my day

As I wade the troubled water

That might rush my life away

Daisies and buttercups, shadows from the sun

Innocence in paradise, a time for everyone

Faith, mighty faith, the promise no one sees

The days pass so quickly, they will never wait for me

The expectancy of old age

As the journey nears home

Disbelieving my reflection

Knowing that I'm on my own

On this road that keeps on winding

Feeling that it won't be long

Until the final destination

Holds my hand and leads me on

Daisies and buttercups, shadows from the sun

Innocence in paradise, a time for everyone

Faith, mighty faith, the promise no one sees

The days pass so quickly, they will never wait for me