A couple of weeks ago I wrote a letter to Tanner for his 5th birthday. Shortly after I wrote the letter, Aunt Heidi and Aunt Becky told me that I needed to pay attention to the words of “Find Your Wings” – Mark Harris wrote a song for his kids that say’s so much of what I was trying to say to you. I have heard this song many times but I didn’t stop and really LISTEN. This week Aunt Becky made me listen. I cried. This song reflects my heart for you so well and I had to include it in your journal.

Mark Harris – Find Your Wings
From the album The Line Between The Two

It’s only for a moment you are mine to hold
The plans that heaven has for you
Will all too soon unfold
So many different prayers I’ll pray
For all that you might do
But most of all I’ll want to know
You’re walking in the truth
And If I never told you
I want you to know
As I watch you grow

Chorus:
I pray that God would fill your heart with dreams
And that faith gives you the courage
To dare to do great things
I’m here for you whatever this life brings
So let my love give you roots
And help you find your wings

May passion be the wind
That leads you through your days
And may conviction keep you strong
Guide you on your way
May there be many moments
That make your life so sweet
Oh, but more than memories

Chorus:

It’s not living if you don’t reach for the sky
I’ll have tears as you take off
But I’ll cheer as you fly