Butterfly Kisses

Butterfly Kisses
By－Bob Carlisle
There's two things I know for sure　　She was sent here from heaven　　And she's daddy's little girl　　As I drop to my knees by her bed at night　　She talks to Jesus, and I close my eyes　　And I thank God for all the joy in my life　　Oh, but most of all, for...　　Butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer　　Stickin' little white flowers all up in her hair　　"Walk beside the pony, daddy, it's my first ride."　　"I know the cake looks funny, daddy, but I sure tried."　　Oh, with all that I've done wrong　　I must have done something right　　To deserve a hug every morning　　And butterfly kisses at night.　　Sweet sixteen today　　She's looking like her momma a little more every day　　One part woman, the other part girl　　To perfume and makeup, from ribbons and curls　　Trying her wings out in a great big world　　But I remember...　　Butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer　　Stickin' little white flowers all up in her hair　　"You know how much I love you, daddy, but if you don't mind,　　I'm only going to kiss you on the cheek this time."　　Oh, with all that I've done wrong　　I must have done something right　　To deserve her love every morning　　And butterfly kisses at night.　　All the precious time　　Like the wind, the years go by　　Precious butterfly　　Spread your wings and fly　　She'll change her name today　　She'll make a promise and I'll give her away　　Standing in the bride room just staring at her　　She asked me what I'm thinking　　And I said, "I'm not sure,　　I just feel like I'm losing my baby girl." 　　Then she leaned over, and gave me...　　Butterfly kisses, with her mama there　　Sticking little flowers all up in her hair　　"Walk me down the aisle, daddy, it's just about time."　　"Does my wedding gown look pretty, daddy?" 　　"Daddy, don't cry."　　Oh, with all that I've done wrong　　I must have done something right　　To deserve her love every morning, and butterfly kisses　　I couldn't ask God for more　　Man, this is what love is　　I know I've gotta let her go　　But I'll always remember　　Every hug in the morning, and butterfly kisses...