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;
sticking 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."
In all that I've done wrong I know I must
have done something right to deserve a hug
every morning and butterfly kisses at night.
Sweet 16 today
She's looking like her mama a little more everyday
One part woman, the other part girl.
To perfume and make-up from ribbons and curls
Trying her wings out in a great big world.
But I remember
Butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer; sticking
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 gonna kiss you on the cheek this time."
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."
She leaned over...gave me butterfly kisses with her mama there,
Sticking little white flowers all up in her hair
"Walk my 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 your love every morning and butterfly
kisses-I couldn't ask God for more, man this is what love is.
I know I gotta let her go, but I'll always remember
every hug in the morning and butterfly kisses.
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All lyrics provided for educational purposes only.
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Gets me every time.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
A new day.
Obama was sworn in yesterday as the 44th President of the United States. For many, it was a day of celebration, the likes of which I don't remember seeing at any point in the recent past. I think, overall, people were celebrating the end of Bush's terms in office moreso than Obama's rise to the position of president, mainly because no one really knows anything about him- aside from his church, his ties to Bill Ayers, his 138 votes of 'Present' in the Senate, etc. And if it's FOR those things people are celebrating, that's pretty fucked up.
My son got to watch the inauguration at school and he was pretty impressed. i wasn't sure how I felt about the schools showing the ceremony, but in the end history is history and regardless of anything else - Obama is indeed the first black president elected in our country, the first person not white to lead the country. Hopefully, he'll provide some modicum of legacy aside from that overall paltry distinction. If that's all he walks away with 4 years from now, what a waste.
That said, he's got a monumental task ahead in terms of firming up our crumbling country. Economy, terrorism, infrastructure, in-fighting, severe partisanship, illegal immigration, nuclear proliferation, etc. I imagine there's no way he'll be able to settle all scores but even if he makes headway, that'll be a positive first step. I wish him well on those points and fear for what he will do with others. As it stands, his main objective is to open my bank account and remove more money. On that point, I hope he fails.
The day is January 21. One day following the inauguration. I have to say, if nothing else, there's a lighter sense of life today than there was 2 days ago and maybe, when you get right down to it, that's a piece of the psychological pie that needs to be taken into account. If people FEEL like things are better, there's always the chance that they will behave as such and in turn, force the pieces of everyday living around them to coincide with their perception. Tht's ok and we'll see how long it lasts. What we've been hearing on the news is that the world "celebrated" Obama's election, even if that means nothing more than a nod of their head in that another Republican wasn't elected. To that I say, who gives a fuck? I could care less what the world feels about my president. They have their own problems to take care of - stay out of ours. Global, one world people my ass.
Aside from that, I started writing again which is helpful. Nick called me at work yesterday to talk about the inauguration. I enjoyed that talk, which again made it ok that the school allowed them to watch. Trish and I have a date on Friday. I've got the kids tomorrow and then I'm gonna head out for a few drinks with my work peeps. And Jackie's Snowflake Dance is Saturday - Daddy / Daughter.
Hopefully, I'll drop a few words sooner rather than later.
My son got to watch the inauguration at school and he was pretty impressed. i wasn't sure how I felt about the schools showing the ceremony, but in the end history is history and regardless of anything else - Obama is indeed the first black president elected in our country, the first person not white to lead the country. Hopefully, he'll provide some modicum of legacy aside from that overall paltry distinction. If that's all he walks away with 4 years from now, what a waste.
That said, he's got a monumental task ahead in terms of firming up our crumbling country. Economy, terrorism, infrastructure, in-fighting, severe partisanship, illegal immigration, nuclear proliferation, etc. I imagine there's no way he'll be able to settle all scores but even if he makes headway, that'll be a positive first step. I wish him well on those points and fear for what he will do with others. As it stands, his main objective is to open my bank account and remove more money. On that point, I hope he fails.
The day is January 21. One day following the inauguration. I have to say, if nothing else, there's a lighter sense of life today than there was 2 days ago and maybe, when you get right down to it, that's a piece of the psychological pie that needs to be taken into account. If people FEEL like things are better, there's always the chance that they will behave as such and in turn, force the pieces of everyday living around them to coincide with their perception. Tht's ok and we'll see how long it lasts. What we've been hearing on the news is that the world "celebrated" Obama's election, even if that means nothing more than a nod of their head in that another Republican wasn't elected. To that I say, who gives a fuck? I could care less what the world feels about my president. They have their own problems to take care of - stay out of ours. Global, one world people my ass.
Aside from that, I started writing again which is helpful. Nick called me at work yesterday to talk about the inauguration. I enjoyed that talk, which again made it ok that the school allowed them to watch. Trish and I have a date on Friday. I've got the kids tomorrow and then I'm gonna head out for a few drinks with my work peeps. And Jackie's Snowflake Dance is Saturday - Daddy / Daughter.
Hopefully, I'll drop a few words sooner rather than later.
Friday, January 2, 2009
New Year
It's January 2, technically - even though I'm at work and just decided to try and get a post in for the new year. I worked yesterday until 11 p.m. and didn't make it to Tara and Bob's house until after midnight. It was the first time I wasn't in front of a TV, I think when the ball came down (aside from the 1 time I was in bed) and I watched the time on my cell phone change from 11:59 to 12:00.
Happy New Year.
It doesn't really feel like it.
I got to the Murphy household around 12:30 and immediately poured myself a drink. Actually, I poured myself the drink in the car at the T station around 12:05. Ring in the new year in style, B. Bob cooked up a bunch of ribs for me that were initially cooked by Erich. So that shit was good. Whiskey and meat.
I got to hang out with Bob Murphy and Bob Sinclaire. Also, Caroline and Erich, that Erin girl and Tara. Oh, Brian Ellis and Anissa were there too. Brian and Anissa took off at some point soon after I came. Bob M. went to bed around 1 because he figured he'd be getting up with Colleen in the morning - which he did. And Erich left to sleep in a hotel while Caroline stayed behind to sleep at Tara's. Odd, but ok. I never got to see Trish.
Bob S. and I stayed up the latest - Caroline also, I guess - and I watched Lockup: San Quentin on MSNBC until around 3 a.m. before closing my eyes to sleep. I got up at 8 a.m. and left to let the dog out before turning in to sleep again.
Happy New Year.
And now I'm doing the first of 2 night shifts before I have 3 days off. This weekend, I'm set to rearrange my bedroom so I can start putting together a plan of action related to my New Year's Resolutions. And thet brings me to the list of them - yes, I have a bunch. Just to be fair, I usually dont make resolutions because I have no intention of keeping them - but I have wants in terms of fixing and solidifying my life at this point and I want to make a go at tightening up some loose ends.
New Year Resolutions 2009
1.) 5 short stories.
2.) A new book.
3.) Firearm permit / license to carry.
4.) Extra time wih kids - special days with Nick, Jackie and Grace.
5.) 1 date per month with Trish.
6.) Get out to see a few shows - with brian - Motley Crue.
7.) Write 1 letter per month to family - every one.
8.) Martial arts training - Israeli S.D.
9.) Get out for weekend with Vic over the Summer.
10.) Reconnect with Pueschel; Spend some time with Provencher.
11.) Get away from internet - same as TV.
12.) Light more fires in the backyard for time with family.
13.) Find Anger Management / Temper Control book and READ IT - share it with Nick, if possible.
- Work on anger.
- Work on temper. - your rage fuels the behavior you're trying to control.
That's what i wrote the other night at Peking Garden while downing a few drinks and I appreciate what I put dowm. In fact, having written this just now, I'm gonna Google books on anger management and controlling my temper.
Happy New Year.
Happy New Year.
It doesn't really feel like it.
I got to the Murphy household around 12:30 and immediately poured myself a drink. Actually, I poured myself the drink in the car at the T station around 12:05. Ring in the new year in style, B. Bob cooked up a bunch of ribs for me that were initially cooked by Erich. So that shit was good. Whiskey and meat.
I got to hang out with Bob Murphy and Bob Sinclaire. Also, Caroline and Erich, that Erin girl and Tara. Oh, Brian Ellis and Anissa were there too. Brian and Anissa took off at some point soon after I came. Bob M. went to bed around 1 because he figured he'd be getting up with Colleen in the morning - which he did. And Erich left to sleep in a hotel while Caroline stayed behind to sleep at Tara's. Odd, but ok. I never got to see Trish.
Bob S. and I stayed up the latest - Caroline also, I guess - and I watched Lockup: San Quentin on MSNBC until around 3 a.m. before closing my eyes to sleep. I got up at 8 a.m. and left to let the dog out before turning in to sleep again.
Happy New Year.
And now I'm doing the first of 2 night shifts before I have 3 days off. This weekend, I'm set to rearrange my bedroom so I can start putting together a plan of action related to my New Year's Resolutions. And thet brings me to the list of them - yes, I have a bunch. Just to be fair, I usually dont make resolutions because I have no intention of keeping them - but I have wants in terms of fixing and solidifying my life at this point and I want to make a go at tightening up some loose ends.
New Year Resolutions 2009
1.) 5 short stories.
2.) A new book.
3.) Firearm permit / license to carry.
4.) Extra time wih kids - special days with Nick, Jackie and Grace.
5.) 1 date per month with Trish.
6.) Get out to see a few shows - with brian - Motley Crue.
7.) Write 1 letter per month to family - every one.
8.) Martial arts training - Israeli S.D.
9.) Get out for weekend with Vic over the Summer.
10.) Reconnect with Pueschel; Spend some time with Provencher.
11.) Get away from internet - same as TV.
12.) Light more fires in the backyard for time with family.
13.) Find Anger Management / Temper Control book and READ IT - share it with Nick, if possible.
- Work on anger.
- Work on temper. - your rage fuels the behavior you're trying to control.
That's what i wrote the other night at Peking Garden while downing a few drinks and I appreciate what I put dowm. In fact, having written this just now, I'm gonna Google books on anger management and controlling my temper.
Happy New Year.
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