Your Mother Am I
You, my baby girl and your mother am I
You nurse from my body until I am dry
Sometimes late at night I get you out of bed
We sit and rock for hours as I rub your sweet head
You, my little girl and your mother am I
Come let me hold you as we say goodbye
Though I must leave for a very short while
You can bet I'll return with open arms and a smile
Be strong little one, I must strengthen your wings
So you can handle the wind among other things
You, my daughter and your mother am I
Lay your head in my lap as I explain why
Girls can be wicked as they strive to be cool
You know of your beauty. Mama didn't raise a fool
Now listen to my wisdom and take my advice
The best way to get them back is to simply be nice
I don't expect you to understand. I just beg for your trust
Do as I say. Be respectful, kind and just
You, my daughter and your mother am I
Lean your head on my shoulders as I dry your eyes
You believe your heart to be broken, no chance of repair
Listen as I tell you, I myself have been there
It's just a little hiccup in this thing we call life
You will fall in love again and make a beautiful wife
You are an improved version of who I used to be
I pray I have taught you well as I set you free
Sit with me a while and let me soak in your sweet smell
You will go out in this world and I know you'll do well
You, my daughter and your mother am I
That is who I am and who I will be until the day I die
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