It was as if they had never kissed before
And we watched with heart in throat
As we saw in that first wedded kiss
The love behind the vows each wrote.
Thena
First Kiss as Man and Wife
Sweetheart you are the love of my life
And I treasure this moment forever
Record it in history and store it in your heart
And forget its meaning never.
Thena
The Kiss
There will be more kisses
Than you will be able to count
Hopefully, they will come in an enormous amount
But this sweet kiss as man and wife
Is one you will remember for the rest of your life.
Thena
Sweet First Kiss
Lips met and lingered for only moments
But the eyes of the couple met
The gaze of each lingered on the other's face
And their hearts' finished the lips' embrace.
Thena
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Bride
Bride
Written by Thena Smith
Daddy, I see you standing there
Waiting for me to come to you.
I pause only a moment in
This day my dreams come true.
I look at your dear face and then
My face permits a little grin
For there is a tear upon your cheek
And if I don't smile, I know I'll weep.
As I look at you, I can tell
That memories are going
through your mind as well.
You see my smile and you smile too
Oh the wonderfulness of you!
The wedding march begins to play
And I clutch my bridal bouquet
How I would love to know what is in your mind
Wonderful, dear, loving Father of mine.
Written by Thena Smith
Daddy, I see you standing there
Waiting for me to come to you.
I pause only a moment in
This day my dreams come true.
I look at your dear face and then
My face permits a little grin
For there is a tear upon your cheek
And if I don't smile, I know I'll weep.
As I look at you, I can tell
That memories are going
through your mind as well.
You see my smile and you smile too
Oh the wonderfulness of you!
The wedding march begins to play
And I clutch my bridal bouquet
How I would love to know what is in your mind
Wonderful, dear, loving Father of mine.
Monday, October 27, 2008
ABC's
ABC
A is for angel, which you seem to be
Sent from Heaven to take care of me.
B is for best, the best I could wish for
To love, treasure and adore.
C is for cheerful and caring as well
Certainly more special than mere words can tell.
D is for delightful and dedicated to friends
Decidedly down to earth, not one to pretend.
E is for entertaining and ever so much fun
Much appreciated by everyone.
F is for friendly to all whom you see
Being there always to support me.
G is for gracious and generous to a fault
Remembering the goodness which you were taught.
H is for happiness which you seem to exude
For never have I seen you in a really bad mood.
I is for insightful and ingenious too
So many things have I learned from you!
J is for joyous and jumping for joy
Because of all the things you enjoy.
K is for kinetic energy, the energy in motion
Which helps you function toward objects of your devotion.
L is of course for loving and loyal too
Those wonderful qualities that make up you!
M is for maturity which you’ve had from the start
You must have been born with a mature loving heart.
N is for normal and nifty as well
My affection for you, I hope you can tell!
O is for Outstanding and original to the max
Not to embarrass you, but these are the facts!
P is for prudent, practical and peaceable as well
If you are sometimes impractical, then I promise not to tell!
Q is for quick and qualified, but sometimes quirky too
Fun little traits which I love about you.
R is for rowdy, rambunctious, and resolute
Things that your fun personality suit!
S is for serious when you need to be
Another thing that makes you so special to me.
T is for tidy, trustworthy and top of the line
So wonderfully glad that you are mine!
U is for understanding, unusual and unique
You keep me listening to each word you speak.
W is for wonderful, winsome and winning in your ways
I could keep singing your praises for days!
X is for x-tra special, x-actly who I need
To encourage me and inspire me to succeed.
Y is for young at heart, yearning to be An inspiration to others like me.
Z is for that zest for life that you have about you
Zealously watching over those who love you
. Put them together from A to Z
And you will see the person
Who is so special to me!
Thena
A nnouncing our wedding day , are we
B ride and Groom to be.
C hurch has been chosen and don't forget
D ate of the wedding has been set.
E ngagement is official
F amily and Friends are invited
G ifts are flowing in and we are delighted.
H oneymoon is being planned and oh
I love you so much.
Joined in marriage soon that will be us!
K isses and Hugs will be given galore
L ove letters will be keepsakes along with
Marriage Certificate and more.
Newlyweds we will be
Opening the gifts from our friends.
P arents will be looking on and seeing our grins.
Q uestions and answers of how we met
R eception and dancing ...we will never forget.
Songs played at the wedding will be forever replayed
Tossing the garter and the bridal bouquet...
U shers and Bridesmaids all look at us as we say
V ows to each other on our
W- Wedding Day
X- Xtra Special Memories and Moments and more
Y et to come
Z ealously, zestfully our life as a wedded couple has begun!
Thena
Thena Smith
A is for angel, which you seem to be
Sent from Heaven to take care of me.
B is for best, the best I could wish for
To love, treasure and adore.
C is for cheerful and caring as well
Certainly more special than mere words can tell.
D is for delightful and dedicated to friends
Decidedly down to earth, not one to pretend.
E is for entertaining and ever so much fun
Much appreciated by everyone.
F is for friendly to all whom you see
Being there always to support me.
G is for gracious and generous to a fault
Remembering the goodness which you were taught.
H is for happiness which you seem to exude
For never have I seen you in a really bad mood.
I is for insightful and ingenious too
So many things have I learned from you!
J is for joyous and jumping for joy
Because of all the things you enjoy.
K is for kinetic energy, the energy in motion
Which helps you function toward objects of your devotion.
L is of course for loving and loyal too
Those wonderful qualities that make up you!
M is for maturity which you’ve had from the start
You must have been born with a mature loving heart.
N is for normal and nifty as well
My affection for you, I hope you can tell!
O is for Outstanding and original to the max
Not to embarrass you, but these are the facts!
P is for prudent, practical and peaceable as well
If you are sometimes impractical, then I promise not to tell!
Q is for quick and qualified, but sometimes quirky too
Fun little traits which I love about you.
R is for rowdy, rambunctious, and resolute
Things that your fun personality suit!
S is for serious when you need to be
Another thing that makes you so special to me.
T is for tidy, trustworthy and top of the line
So wonderfully glad that you are mine!
U is for understanding, unusual and unique
You keep me listening to each word you speak.
W is for wonderful, winsome and winning in your ways
I could keep singing your praises for days!
X is for x-tra special, x-actly who I need
To encourage me and inspire me to succeed.
Y is for young at heart, yearning to be An inspiration to others like me.
Z is for that zest for life that you have about you
Zealously watching over those who love you
. Put them together from A to Z
And you will see the person
Who is so special to me!
Thena
A nnouncing our wedding day , are we
B ride and Groom to be.
C hurch has been chosen and don't forget
D ate of the wedding has been set.
E ngagement is official
F amily and Friends are invited
G ifts are flowing in and we are delighted.
H oneymoon is being planned and oh
I love you so much.
Joined in marriage soon that will be us!
K isses and Hugs will be given galore
L ove letters will be keepsakes along with
Marriage Certificate and more.
Newlyweds we will be
Opening the gifts from our friends.
P arents will be looking on and seeing our grins.
Q uestions and answers of how we met
R eception and dancing ...we will never forget.
Songs played at the wedding will be forever replayed
Tossing the garter and the bridal bouquet...
U shers and Bridesmaids all look at us as we say
V ows to each other on our
W- Wedding Day
X- Xtra Special Memories and Moments and more
Y et to come
Z ealously, zestfully our life as a wedded couple has begun!
Thena
Thena Smith
Albums
An Album for a Special Couple
Everyone needs a special place
To store treasures of their lives
What greater joy do we share
Than when we become husbands and wives.
With so much happening
On that very special day
Some memories may be fleeting
And we don't want them to fade away.
Put them in this album
Along with snapshots and portraits too
In order to enjoy and share
Sweet memories so special to you.
Thena
Beginning Now
Beginning now you have new memories
As partners, as husband and wife.
From this moment on may you find
Joy in one another
That will last the rest of your life.
Take time to savor each moment
And record some special ones here
For as the years roll
And your love continues to grow
You will find they grow more and more dear.
Thena
Album Gift
This little album may look empty to you
As you see the blank pages inside
But there are special little backgrounds
And little decorative tabs to guide.
There are mats on which to place photos
And little stickies on which your journaling can rest
All it lacks are the photos and the stories
And you are the one to do it best!
An Album for You
As a bride and groom you have so much
On your minds this special day
So many folks to see and visit
And so many things you must do and say.
The photographer will be busy
Taking photos that are masterpieces of art
But so many of your friends will also
Take photos that will melt your heart.
There are pages in this album
For the photos you want to keep inside
To remind you through the years to come
When you became groom and bride.
Thena
Special Memory Box
Special Memories need a special place
To store them safe from harm
A special little chest to hold small things
That make your heart feel warm.
We made you this special little chest
To hold items from your wedding day
That will remind you of the joy
That God has brought your way.
And perhaps as the years go by
You will add to the treasures here
Things that bring you happiness
And treasures you hold dear.
On each anniversary
Open up this little chest
And thank God for each other
And all the ways that you've been blessed!
Thena
A Memory Box
This is a special little chest
Use it to do what it does best
To hold memories through the years
Things that bring you happy tears.
Put in this little box so neat
Things that bring back memories sweet
And save special things for quite awhile
That make you laugh or make you smile.
Put the little sovenirs
Of your wedding day
In this little chest
To remind you of your joy
And the way you have been blessed.
And the tradition you may want to start
That on your anniversary each year
You add another little treasure
To the cherished memories already here.
Thena
Congratulations
Congratulations and best wishes
To a special bride and groom!
Now you can record it all
From courtship to honeymoon!
Use this little album
With pages ready for you to add
All those special memories
That make your heart so glad!
From the guest arriving and signing in-
To the gifts so lovingly given-
To the kiss that sealed your comittment to each other-
And made you feel that you had a glimpse of Heaven.
Put those memories in this little book;
I've given you some easy ways to start
To record those precious memories
That are nestled in your heart.
Thena
Starting Your Journey
This is a little album
Created just for you
To document the beginning
Of married life so new.
Your journey has begun
And will be a great pleasure
Place photos in this little book
Of the memories that you treasure.
Thena
Everyone needs a special place
To store treasures of their lives
What greater joy do we share
Than when we become husbands and wives.
With so much happening
On that very special day
Some memories may be fleeting
And we don't want them to fade away.
Put them in this album
Along with snapshots and portraits too
In order to enjoy and share
Sweet memories so special to you.
Thena
Beginning Now
Beginning now you have new memories
As partners, as husband and wife.
From this moment on may you find
Joy in one another
That will last the rest of your life.
Take time to savor each moment
And record some special ones here
For as the years roll
And your love continues to grow
You will find they grow more and more dear.
Thena
Album Gift
This little album may look empty to you
As you see the blank pages inside
But there are special little backgrounds
And little decorative tabs to guide.
There are mats on which to place photos
And little stickies on which your journaling can rest
All it lacks are the photos and the stories
And you are the one to do it best!
An Album for You
As a bride and groom you have so much
On your minds this special day
So many folks to see and visit
And so many things you must do and say.
The photographer will be busy
Taking photos that are masterpieces of art
But so many of your friends will also
Take photos that will melt your heart.
There are pages in this album
For the photos you want to keep inside
To remind you through the years to come
When you became groom and bride.
Thena
Special Memory Box
Special Memories need a special place
To store them safe from harm
A special little chest to hold small things
That make your heart feel warm.
We made you this special little chest
To hold items from your wedding day
That will remind you of the joy
That God has brought your way.
And perhaps as the years go by
You will add to the treasures here
Things that bring you happiness
And treasures you hold dear.
On each anniversary
Open up this little chest
And thank God for each other
And all the ways that you've been blessed!
Thena
A Memory Box
This is a special little chest
Use it to do what it does best
To hold memories through the years
Things that bring you happy tears.
Put in this little box so neat
Things that bring back memories sweet
And save special things for quite awhile
That make you laugh or make you smile.
Put the little sovenirs
Of your wedding day
In this little chest
To remind you of your joy
And the way you have been blessed.
And the tradition you may want to start
That on your anniversary each year
You add another little treasure
To the cherished memories already here.
Thena
Congratulations
Congratulations and best wishes
To a special bride and groom!
Now you can record it all
From courtship to honeymoon!
Use this little album
With pages ready for you to add
All those special memories
That make your heart so glad!
From the guest arriving and signing in-
To the gifts so lovingly given-
To the kiss that sealed your comittment to each other-
And made you feel that you had a glimpse of Heaven.
Put those memories in this little book;
I've given you some easy ways to start
To record those precious memories
That are nestled in your heart.
Thena
Starting Your Journey
This is a little album
Created just for you
To document the beginning
Of married life so new.
Your journey has begun
And will be a great pleasure
Place photos in this little book
Of the memories that you treasure.
Thena
The Wedding Day
Wedding Day
Soon we we will watch you
As you walk down the aisle
Looking toward your beloved
With your most beautiful smile.
And we will go to the background
Of our precious daughter's life
As you begin your own family
And become someone's wife.
Today we look back and remember
All the things that we have treasured
Through your wonderful childhood years.
Please don't blame us for shedding sentimental tears.
Someday you will understand
Why we will shed tears on your happy day,
How while we watch a lovely bride
We still see our baby girl at play.
We are so happy for you
On this your special day
You will be so radiantly beautiful
That you will take our breath away!
May God bless and keep you
And add richness to the life
That you two are united
As husband and as wife!
Thena Smith
Wedding Day
Today we watched you
As you walked down the aisle
Looking toward your beloved
With the most beautiful smile.
Today we go to the background
Of our precious daughter's life
As you begin your own family
And become someone's wife.
Today we stood and remembered
All the things that we have treasured
Through your wonderful childhood years.
Please don't blame us for shedding sentimental tears.
Someday you will understand
Why we shed tears on your happy day,
How while we watched our lovely bride
We still saw our baby girl at play.
We are so happy for you
On this your special day
You looked so radiantly beautiful
That you took our breath away!
May God bless and keep you
And add richness to the life
That you two have begun today
As husband and as wife!
Thena Smith
Soon we we will watch you
As you walk down the aisle
Looking toward your beloved
With your most beautiful smile.
And we will go to the background
Of our precious daughter's life
As you begin your own family
And become someone's wife.
Today we look back and remember
All the things that we have treasured
Through your wonderful childhood years.
Please don't blame us for shedding sentimental tears.
Someday you will understand
Why we will shed tears on your happy day,
How while we watch a lovely bride
We still see our baby girl at play.
We are so happy for you
On this your special day
You will be so radiantly beautiful
That you will take our breath away!
May God bless and keep you
And add richness to the life
That you two are united
As husband and as wife!
Thena Smith
Wedding Day
Today we watched you
As you walked down the aisle
Looking toward your beloved
With the most beautiful smile.
Today we go to the background
Of our precious daughter's life
As you begin your own family
And become someone's wife.
Today we stood and remembered
All the things that we have treasured
Through your wonderful childhood years.
Please don't blame us for shedding sentimental tears.
Someday you will understand
Why we shed tears on your happy day,
How while we watched our lovely bride
We still saw our baby girl at play.
We are so happy for you
On this your special day
You looked so radiantly beautiful
That you took our breath away!
May God bless and keep you
And add richness to the life
That you two have begun today
As husband and as wife!
Thena Smith
A Mother's Heart
What A Mommy Sees
As a mommy looks down at a sleepy head
Snuggled up safe and secure in her bed
Blankey all wadded up in tiny fist
Curls on chubby cheeks that Mommy's just kissed...
What does she think the mommy of this one
As the day ends and the nighttime comes...
What does she see as she watches there
The precious little angel all covered with prayer...
What does a mommy see as she looks in the bed
And tousles the precious curls on that sleepy head?
How does she feel as she touches tiny fingers
And as over the crib she hovers and lingers?
What does a mommy think as she watches this child
All grown up and with radiant smile
Take strong confident steps to walk down the aisle...
Steps that turn her single life into that of a wife....
What does a mommy see as she watches with pride
The ceremony that transforms her child into bride?
Why a mommy sees the same thing that she sees tonight
Standing over your crib in the moonbeams so bright...
A mommy sees love all bundled up a blanket
And a million kisses and hugs through the years
Scenes of pure love and laughter
And joy so intense it brought tears.
A mommy 's heart is so special
And keeps track of each moment through the years
And sees love dressed in a bridal gown there at the altar
As her eyes are washed clean with her tears.
Thena Smith
Wedding Day
Today we watched you
As you walked down the aisle
Looking toward your beloved
With the most beautiful smile.
Today we go to the background
Of our precious daughter's life
As you begin your own family
And become someone's wife.
Today we stood and remembered
All the things that we have treasured
Through your wonderful childhood years.
Please don't blame us for shedding sentimental tears.
Someday you will understand
Why we shed tears on your happy day,
How while we watched our lovely bride
We still saw our baby girl at play.
We are so happy for you
On this your special day
You looked so radiantly beautiful
That you took our breath away!
May God bless and keep you
And add richness to the life
That you two have begun today
As husband and as wife!
Thena Smith
Thank You for Your Son (Mother in Law)
There are things in my heart
That I'd like to say
But try as I might
I haven't yet found the way.
So, I am sending this verse
And writing down in ink
The words in my heart
And the thoughts that I think.
I had a dream of a prince
And that dream has come true
For I found my prince charming
And he came from you.
Your love and your guidance
Your nurturing and grace
Put the love in his heart
And the smile on his face.
As we plan our lives together
We will remember each day
That you were the reason
That happiness came our way.
I will always be grateful
And hold you high in esteem
For creating and molding
Each a wonderful being!
Thena
Two Tiny Feet (Girl)
Two tiny feet
Precious as can be
Taking her first step
To come to me!
Two little feet
In dancing shoes
Dancing to her mommy
Chasing away my blues!
Two little feet
Splashing in a puddle
Running to her mommy
For a warming snuggle!
Two dainty feet
Dressing for a date
Wearing heels and nylons...
Don't be out late!
With feet dressed in satin
She walks down the aisle
Looking back at Mom
She gives me a loving smile.
Does she know that in my heart
These steps she takes today
Remind me of those precious steps
When she first walked my way?
Thena
Two Tiny Feet (Boy version)
Two tiny feet
Precious ascan be
Taking that first step
To come to me!
Two little feet
In his baby shoes
Running to his mommy
Chasing away my blues!
Two little feet in rainboots
Splashing in a puddle
Running to his mommy
For a warming snuggle!
Two teenage feet
Dressing for a date
Wearing the latest fashion...
Don't be out late!
In shoes all shined and bright
He watches his bride walk down the aisle
He gazes at her so lovingly
And I see his happy smile.
Together they walk down the aisle
And through the door as man and wife
Taking those first steps
Into their brand new life.
Does he know that in my heart
These steps he takes today
Remind me of those precious steps
When he first walked my way?
Thena
For A Moment
For a moment I held you
When you were born
And you nestled down
All snug in my arms
And life was dream like--
For a moment
For a moment you were a toddler
And you played on a trike
Soon you were learning
How to ride a real bike
And life was exhilarating
As I watched you learn--
For a moment
Then you were a teenager
Aching to be free
We had long discussions
Just you and me
And sometimes we agreed
To disagree--
For a moment
Now we share a dance together
On this your wedding day
Soon you will join your lovely bride
And will whisk her away.
And soon you will be the head
Of a family of your own
And all of these memories
Will be replaced with special moments of your own.
All of these moments
So fleeting and fast
Came so lovingly
And then they were past
Oh God help us to notice and realize
How precious these moments
As each one flies by.
And give us a nudge
That we recognize each day
All those precious moments
That you send our way!
Thena
As a mommy looks down at a sleepy head
Snuggled up safe and secure in her bed
Blankey all wadded up in tiny fist
Curls on chubby cheeks that Mommy's just kissed...
What does she think the mommy of this one
As the day ends and the nighttime comes...
What does she see as she watches there
The precious little angel all covered with prayer...
What does a mommy see as she looks in the bed
And tousles the precious curls on that sleepy head?
How does she feel as she touches tiny fingers
And as over the crib she hovers and lingers?
What does a mommy think as she watches this child
All grown up and with radiant smile
Take strong confident steps to walk down the aisle...
Steps that turn her single life into that of a wife....
What does a mommy see as she watches with pride
The ceremony that transforms her child into bride?
Why a mommy sees the same thing that she sees tonight
Standing over your crib in the moonbeams so bright...
A mommy sees love all bundled up a blanket
And a million kisses and hugs through the years
Scenes of pure love and laughter
And joy so intense it brought tears.
A mommy 's heart is so special
And keeps track of each moment through the years
And sees love dressed in a bridal gown there at the altar
As her eyes are washed clean with her tears.
Thena Smith
Wedding Day
Today we watched you
As you walked down the aisle
Looking toward your beloved
With the most beautiful smile.
Today we go to the background
Of our precious daughter's life
As you begin your own family
And become someone's wife.
Today we stood and remembered
All the things that we have treasured
Through your wonderful childhood years.
Please don't blame us for shedding sentimental tears.
Someday you will understand
Why we shed tears on your happy day,
How while we watched our lovely bride
We still saw our baby girl at play.
We are so happy for you
On this your special day
You looked so radiantly beautiful
That you took our breath away!
May God bless and keep you
And add richness to the life
That you two have begun today
As husband and as wife!
Thena Smith
Thank You for Your Son (Mother in Law)
There are things in my heart
That I'd like to say
But try as I might
I haven't yet found the way.
So, I am sending this verse
And writing down in ink
The words in my heart
And the thoughts that I think.
I had a dream of a prince
And that dream has come true
For I found my prince charming
And he came from you.
Your love and your guidance
Your nurturing and grace
Put the love in his heart
And the smile on his face.
As we plan our lives together
We will remember each day
That you were the reason
That happiness came our way.
I will always be grateful
And hold you high in esteem
For creating and molding
Each a wonderful being!
Thena
Two Tiny Feet (Girl)
Two tiny feet
Precious as can be
Taking her first step
To come to me!
Two little feet
In dancing shoes
Dancing to her mommy
Chasing away my blues!
Two little feet
Splashing in a puddle
Running to her mommy
For a warming snuggle!
Two dainty feet
Dressing for a date
Wearing heels and nylons...
Don't be out late!
With feet dressed in satin
She walks down the aisle
Looking back at Mom
She gives me a loving smile.
Does she know that in my heart
These steps she takes today
Remind me of those precious steps
When she first walked my way?
Thena
Two Tiny Feet (Boy version)
Two tiny feet
Precious ascan be
Taking that first step
To come to me!
Two little feet
In his baby shoes
Running to his mommy
Chasing away my blues!
Two little feet in rainboots
Splashing in a puddle
Running to his mommy
For a warming snuggle!
Two teenage feet
Dressing for a date
Wearing the latest fashion...
Don't be out late!
In shoes all shined and bright
He watches his bride walk down the aisle
He gazes at her so lovingly
And I see his happy smile.
Together they walk down the aisle
And through the door as man and wife
Taking those first steps
Into their brand new life.
Does he know that in my heart
These steps he takes today
Remind me of those precious steps
When he first walked my way?
Thena
For A Moment
For a moment I held you
When you were born
And you nestled down
All snug in my arms
And life was dream like--
For a moment
For a moment you were a toddler
And you played on a trike
Soon you were learning
How to ride a real bike
And life was exhilarating
As I watched you learn--
For a moment
Then you were a teenager
Aching to be free
We had long discussions
Just you and me
And sometimes we agreed
To disagree--
For a moment
Now we share a dance together
On this your wedding day
Soon you will join your lovely bride
And will whisk her away.
And soon you will be the head
Of a family of your own
And all of these memories
Will be replaced with special moments of your own.
All of these moments
So fleeting and fast
Came so lovingly
And then they were past
Oh God help us to notice and realize
How precious these moments
As each one flies by.
And give us a nudge
That we recognize each day
All those precious moments
That you send our way!
Thena
Happy Anniversary
Happy 50th Anniversary!
Happy Anniversary!
When you open up this little book
Read carefully each part
For the words I've written here
I first wrote in my heart.
For fifty years you've shared
All the things that life had in store
And my fervent prayer to God above
Is that you would have at least 50 more.
The times you've shared are so special
And your favorite place is "together"
Where you can whisper in your spouse's ear
I will love you forever and ever.
Happy Anniversary!
Thena
Only God Can
Only God can take two people
He's intended for each other
And guide them through the years
Until they discover one another.
Only God can take two people
With their preferences and goals,
Then blend their gifts and talents
And unite their hearts and souls.
Only God can take two people
With the joys they're dreaming of
And make them one in marriage
Through the miracle of love.
Thena
Happy Anniversary!
When you open up this little book
Read carefully each part
For the words I've written here
I first wrote in my heart.
For fifty years you've shared
All the things that life had in store
And my fervent prayer to God above
Is that you would have at least 50 more.
The times you've shared are so special
And your favorite place is "together"
Where you can whisper in your spouse's ear
I will love you forever and ever.
Happy Anniversary!
Thena
Only God Can
Only God can take two people
He's intended for each other
And guide them through the years
Until they discover one another.
Only God can take two people
With their preferences and goals,
Then blend their gifts and talents
And unite their hearts and souls.
Only God can take two people
With the joys they're dreaming of
And make them one in marriage
Through the miracle of love.
Thena
Attendants
Attendants
I have chosen my attendants
I’ve known them all my life
I want them to share with me
The day I become a wife!
Each one is very special
And has always had a way
Of being there as my good friend
Whatever came my way.
In this day of celebration
I want them to share with me
This time of my extreme happiness
And be a part of a wonderful memory.
Thena
Or
I have chosen my attendants
They are a special few
I haven’t known them all my life
But only they will do.
For each one is a special friend
And will with devotion do her part
To make this day a memory
That will forever linger in my heart.
Thena
I have chosen my attendants
I’ve known them all my life
I want them to share with me
The day I become a wife!
Each one is very special
And has always had a way
Of being there as my good friend
Whatever came my way.
In this day of celebration
I want them to share with me
This time of my extreme happiness
And be a part of a wonderful memory.
Thena
Or
I have chosen my attendants
They are a special few
I haven’t known them all my life
But only they will do.
For each one is a special friend
And will with devotion do her part
To make this day a memory
That will forever linger in my heart.
Thena
Bridesmaid
Bridesmaid/sister
I'm getting married
And starting a new life
Going from being just "me"
To being someone's wife!
I'm getting married
And it is such a special day
I'm glad to have my sister
Standing beside me all the way.
We've shared so many special times
Throughout our years together
You have been my loving strength
Through good times, bad times or whatever.
So it is only fitting
Standing beside me would be you
Supporting me with sisterly love
As you hear me say "I do".
Thena
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Bridesmaid/sister
Your're getting married
And starting a brand new life
Going from being just "you"
To being someone's wife!
You're getting married
And it is such a special day
I'm so happy that you want your sister
Standing beside you all the way.
We've shared so many special times
Throughout our years together
You have been my loving strength
Through good times, bad times or whatever.
So it is with the utmost joy
That I will be standing beside you
Supporting you with sisterly love
As you happily say "I do".
Thena
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We shared so much
Throughout the years
We shared our joys,
Our sorrows, and fears.
We laughed together
And we've giggled out loud
We enjoyed being two
Instead of being in a crowd.
We had our quiet moments
When we understood
What the other was thinking
Without saying a word.
We agreed most of the time
And disagreed..not a lot
But did disagreements really matter.
..they did not.
Nothing can part us,
For right from the start
It was as if the two of us
were sharing one heart.
Now your're getting married
And starting a brand new life
Going from being just "you"
To being someone's wife!
You're getting married
And it is such a special day
I'm so happy that you want your sister
Standing beside you all the way.
We've shared so many special times
Throughout our years together
You have been my loving strength
Through good times, bad times or whatever.
So it is with the utmost joy
That I will be standing beside you
Supporting you with sisterly love
As you happily say "I do".
Thena
It is Time...
It is almost time
For us to say
This is now
Your wedding day.
It is almost time
To walk down the aisle
With a happy tear in your eye
And on your face a smile.
It is almost time
For you to say "I do"
And it is such a joy
To stand right there by you.
I will be there to savor
The moments that go by to fast
And to help you remember and replay them
So that they will forever last.
I'm so glad that you trusted me
To be your bridesmaid, dear friend
For I want to stand here with you
As your brand new life you begin.
Thena
I'm getting married
And starting a new life
Going from being just "me"
To being someone's wife!
I'm getting married
And it is such a special day
I'm glad to have my sister
Standing beside me all the way.
We've shared so many special times
Throughout our years together
You have been my loving strength
Through good times, bad times or whatever.
So it is only fitting
Standing beside me would be you
Supporting me with sisterly love
As you hear me say "I do".
Thena
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Bridesmaid/sister
Your're getting married
And starting a brand new life
Going from being just "you"
To being someone's wife!
You're getting married
And it is such a special day
I'm so happy that you want your sister
Standing beside you all the way.
We've shared so many special times
Throughout our years together
You have been my loving strength
Through good times, bad times or whatever.
So it is with the utmost joy
That I will be standing beside you
Supporting you with sisterly love
As you happily say "I do".
Thena
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We shared so much
Throughout the years
We shared our joys,
Our sorrows, and fears.
We laughed together
And we've giggled out loud
We enjoyed being two
Instead of being in a crowd.
We had our quiet moments
When we understood
What the other was thinking
Without saying a word.
We agreed most of the time
And disagreed..not a lot
But did disagreements really matter.
..they did not.
Nothing can part us,
For right from the start
It was as if the two of us
were sharing one heart.
Now your're getting married
And starting a brand new life
Going from being just "you"
To being someone's wife!
You're getting married
And it is such a special day
I'm so happy that you want your sister
Standing beside you all the way.
We've shared so many special times
Throughout our years together
You have been my loving strength
Through good times, bad times or whatever.
So it is with the utmost joy
That I will be standing beside you
Supporting you with sisterly love
As you happily say "I do".
Thena
It is Time...
It is almost time
For us to say
This is now
Your wedding day.
It is almost time
To walk down the aisle
With a happy tear in your eye
And on your face a smile.
It is almost time
For you to say "I do"
And it is such a joy
To stand right there by you.
I will be there to savor
The moments that go by to fast
And to help you remember and replay them
So that they will forever last.
I'm so glad that you trusted me
To be your bridesmaid, dear friend
For I want to stand here with you
As your brand new life you begin.
Thena
The Couple
Us
You are still You
And I am still me
But after all the
hustle and bustle and fuss
You and I become We
And married we'll be...
And then we become "US"
Thena Smith
Our Wedding
Today we share a moment
That we will treasure all our lives
We exchange vows before our Father
That will make us man and wife.
How fitting that the seaside
Would hear us say I do
For as vast as is the ocean
Is the Father's love for me and you.
Higher than the tallest mountain
And deeper than the deepest sea
Is the love of our Heavenly father
Who watches over you and me.
And now we say our vows to each other
As we look deep into the heart
Of the one we promise to cherish
And from whom we shall never part.
We do not take this promise lightly
We do not ever want to stray
From the vows we make before the Lord
On this our wedding day.
From this marriage is more than the two of us
It is made of not two but three
For to be a successful marriage
In the center God must be.
So I give a ring to you today
To pledge my love to you
And take the ring that you give to me
To be yours for our whole life through.
Thena
Together We Walk Into Our Future
Side by side and hand in hand
We walk into our future
No longer two alone but two together
Promising each other to love and nurture
Be it fair sky or stormy weather.
Today we walk out into love, light and beauty
With gentle skies and balmy sunlit air
We are surrounded by those who love us
Happiness and laughter are everywhere.
But our promises of love will be enduring
No matter what life will hold in store
And with each step we take into our future
I promise I will only love you more!
Thena
Seeing You Again....
for the Very First Time
I saw you only yesterday
And many days before
And every time I saw you
I loved you even more.
But today I saw you wear the dress
In which you would be wed
And it was as if a thousand stars
Went off inside my head.
I know I saw you yesterday
Precious bride of mine
But seeing you today
Was seeing you
for the very first time!
I saw you looking like an angel
A vision all in white
And it filled my day with sunshine
And gave my soul delight.
I will carry with me always
The look of you today
And it will a treasured memory still
When we are old and gray!
Thena Smith
To My Hubby
I love you more than chocolate
I love you more than pie
You are my one true love
The apple of my eye.
You make my heart go pitter patter
So much that I can't sleep
I end up counting my blessings
Instead of counting sheep!
I love you in the morning
I love you late at night
When the day is cloudy
Or when the sun is bright.
I guess what I am saying
Is that I love you true
And want to send a card to say
I'm so glad that I belong to you!
Thena
Living Our Dream
When we first wed
We had a dream
That got forgotten
Or lost, it would seem.
But suddenly we have found again
The life and love that should have been.
The past is gone and can't be reclaimed
But our love for each other still remains.
How fortunate are we
and oh how blessed
To have this second chance
At happiness!
I pledge my heart and love to you
Each day from now and my whole life through
For I know now what I have been searching for
Was you, my love, and nothing more.
Thena
Second Chance at Romance
So many years ago
We had a dream
That was forgotten
Or lost, it would seem.
But suddenly we have found again
The life and love that should have been.
The past is gone and can't be reclaimed
But in each heart love still remains.
How fortunate are we
And oh how blessed
To have this second chance
At happiness!
I pledge my heart and love to you
For each day my whole life through
I know now what I have been searching for;
It was you, my love, and nothing more.
Thena
You are still You
And I am still me
But after all the
hustle and bustle and fuss
You and I become We
And married we'll be...
And then we become "US"
Thena Smith
Our Wedding
Today we share a moment
That we will treasure all our lives
We exchange vows before our Father
That will make us man and wife.
How fitting that the seaside
Would hear us say I do
For as vast as is the ocean
Is the Father's love for me and you.
Higher than the tallest mountain
And deeper than the deepest sea
Is the love of our Heavenly father
Who watches over you and me.
And now we say our vows to each other
As we look deep into the heart
Of the one we promise to cherish
And from whom we shall never part.
We do not take this promise lightly
We do not ever want to stray
From the vows we make before the Lord
On this our wedding day.
From this marriage is more than the two of us
It is made of not two but three
For to be a successful marriage
In the center God must be.
So I give a ring to you today
To pledge my love to you
And take the ring that you give to me
To be yours for our whole life through.
Thena
Together We Walk Into Our Future
Side by side and hand in hand
We walk into our future
No longer two alone but two together
Promising each other to love and nurture
Be it fair sky or stormy weather.
Today we walk out into love, light and beauty
With gentle skies and balmy sunlit air
We are surrounded by those who love us
Happiness and laughter are everywhere.
But our promises of love will be enduring
No matter what life will hold in store
And with each step we take into our future
I promise I will only love you more!
Thena
Seeing You Again....
for the Very First Time
I saw you only yesterday
And many days before
And every time I saw you
I loved you even more.
But today I saw you wear the dress
In which you would be wed
And it was as if a thousand stars
Went off inside my head.
I know I saw you yesterday
Precious bride of mine
But seeing you today
Was seeing you
for the very first time!
I saw you looking like an angel
A vision all in white
And it filled my day with sunshine
And gave my soul delight.
I will carry with me always
The look of you today
And it will a treasured memory still
When we are old and gray!
Thena Smith
To My Hubby
I love you more than chocolate
I love you more than pie
You are my one true love
The apple of my eye.
You make my heart go pitter patter
So much that I can't sleep
I end up counting my blessings
Instead of counting sheep!
I love you in the morning
I love you late at night
When the day is cloudy
Or when the sun is bright.
I guess what I am saying
Is that I love you true
And want to send a card to say
I'm so glad that I belong to you!
Thena
Living Our Dream
When we first wed
We had a dream
That got forgotten
Or lost, it would seem.
But suddenly we have found again
The life and love that should have been.
The past is gone and can't be reclaimed
But our love for each other still remains.
How fortunate are we
and oh how blessed
To have this second chance
At happiness!
I pledge my heart and love to you
Each day from now and my whole life through
For I know now what I have been searching for
Was you, my love, and nothing more.
Thena
Second Chance at Romance
So many years ago
We had a dream
That was forgotten
Or lost, it would seem.
But suddenly we have found again
The life and love that should have been.
The past is gone and can't be reclaimed
But in each heart love still remains.
How fortunate are we
And oh how blessed
To have this second chance
At happiness!
I pledge my heart and love to you
For each day my whole life through
I know now what I have been searching for;
It was you, my love, and nothing more.
Thena
The Cake
The Wedding Cake
We chose the cake that we desired
And since we love cake
It wasn't very hard
To find one that had a nice taste
Without an ounce to go to waste.
We looked at so many flavors
(Some were difficult to describe)
Checking out both the inner fillings
As well as the stylish outside.
To the eyes it must be a treat
But even more important -
It must be tasty for our guest to eat!
Thena
The Perfect Cake
Only a bride can understand
How special this cake must be.
It has to be a most delicious cake
And a lovely sight to see!
We found just the cake
And the guests all said
That it was a work of art
And when we eat a slice
on anniversary one
We will relive sweetest memories
in our hearts.
Thena
Cutting the Cake
Symbolically they pose
Hand in hand with knife
And then once the camera clicks
They smile at each other
Knowing they are really husband and wife.
A year from now
They will relive this day
With a tiny layer of cake put away
And the photos in their hearts
They will replay and replay and replay.
Thena
We chose the cake that we desired
And since we love cake
It wasn't very hard
To find one that had a nice taste
Without an ounce to go to waste.
We looked at so many flavors
(Some were difficult to describe)
Checking out both the inner fillings
As well as the stylish outside.
To the eyes it must be a treat
But even more important -
It must be tasty for our guest to eat!
Thena
The Perfect Cake
Only a bride can understand
How special this cake must be.
It has to be a most delicious cake
And a lovely sight to see!
We found just the cake
And the guests all said
That it was a work of art
And when we eat a slice
on anniversary one
We will relive sweetest memories
in our hearts.
Thena
Cutting the Cake
Symbolically they pose
Hand in hand with knife
And then once the camera clicks
They smile at each other
Knowing they are really husband and wife.
A year from now
They will relive this day
With a tiny layer of cake put away
And the photos in their hearts
They will replay and replay and replay.
Thena
Courtship
Infatuation
It must be infatuation
For it has not been but days
Since you came into my life
With your kind and gentle ways.
Perchance it is a crush
And soon will go away
I think a crush will only briefly last
And will surely never stay.
It can't be love already
For I know you not that well,
Perhaps it is strong affection
Only time will tell.
Thena
And To Think You Are Mine!
Adorable and enchanting
Charming in your ways
Entertaining and etrancing
Adding joy to my days!
Winsome and alluring
Full of so much fun
I love the moments I have with you
Every single one!
You are so desirable
My eyes love the sight of you
When I see your captivating face
I feel joy through and through.
You are entrancing and fetching
So ravishing all the time
That I can hardly believe it
When I realize you are mine!
Thena
The Depth of My Love
Can you count the grains of sand
That decorate the shore
If you could count their number
I would still love you even more.
Is there a number of the times
A wave can come crashing onto the beach
Or is there a limit to the seaweed
That gets washed within our reach?
Can you count the rays of sunshine
That shine down on us from above
If so, then you have a place to start
To tell you of the depth of my love.
Thena Smith
Meant for Each Other
We were meant for each other
For we met and right from the start
We felt so in tune with each other
And you fell right into my heart!
We were meant for each other
For the moment I saw you I knew
That you were the person I was waiting for
To make all my dreams come true!
We were meant for each other
Not any one else will do.
For there is no other person I long for
No other person but you!
We were meant for each other
Our lives were meant to be one.
And though we knew in an instant
Getting to know each other was fun.
So now we face the future
Hand in hand as we go
Knowing that we will be together
And that our love will grow.
We were meant to be together
Together we will grow old and gray
Knowing that it was meant to be
And together we are meant to stay
Thena
Wonderful Memories
There's a place in my heart
With my sweetest memories there
While each one is precious
Some are just too special to share.
Sweet gentle memories of times of long ago
Of our love as sweethearts just starting to grow.
Memories of kisses placed on my cheek
Thrilling me so that I scarcely could speak.
I 've stored in my heart for so very long
The sweetness of our every love song
I've treasured those songs that were for me alone
Those that were whispered, in letters, or over the phone.
I recall tender loving glances
From across the room now and then
When we were less than lovers
But much more than friends.
I will hold them forever
My heart stores them there
Sweetest of memories
Much too precious to share.
Thena Smith
Wonderful Memories
There's a place in my heart
With my sweetest memories there
While each one is precious
Some are just too special to share.
Sweet gentle memories of times of long ago
Of our love as sweethearts just starting to grow.
Memories of kisses placed on my cheek
Thrilling me so that I scarcely could speak.
I 've stored in my heart for so very long
The sweetness of our every love song
I've treasured those songs that were for me alone
Those that were whispered, in letters, or over the phone.
I recall tender loving glances
From across the room now and then
When we were less than lovers
But much more than friends.
I will hold them forever
My heart stores them there
Sweetest of memories
Much too precious to share.
Thena Smith
My passion
Do you realize that my affection
Is devotion and passion deep
And that because of my love for you
I can not eat or sleep?
When I asked you if you loved me
And you said "Oh, yes, I do."
I could not believe my good fortune
That you would love me too.
Thena
You Are the Reason
You are the reason
That I could go on
The reason I can sing again
When I thought I'd lost my song.
You are the reason I can trust
When trust seemed a thing of the past
You are the first person I think of each morning
And at night you are the last.
Life is full and fun again
I can enjoy the rain and sun again
And sign a sweet refrain again
And YOU are the reason!
Thena
Too Shy to Meet You, Man of My Dreams
I saw you in the market
And you looked so awfully cute
I didn't say hello to you
For you were dressed up in a suit.
I saw you in the movies
But I didn't bother to say hi
For I saw a pretty lady
Giving you the eye.
I saw you in the car lot
And watched you sell a car
I went into the office
And bought a candy bar.
I saw you in the airport
As you flew off into the sky
You had a travelling companion
So I didn't wave goodbye.
Our paths kept on coverging
But I never knew what to do
To meet and introduce myself
To a handsome guy like you.
Then I fell asleep last night
And as strange as it may seem
I saw you once again-
But only in a dream.
Next time I see you anywhere
I intend to march right up to you
For who knows if perhaps
You would like to meet me too.
Him--
I saw you in the market
And you looked so very cool
All fresh faced and lovely
As if you'd just come from the pool.
I saw you at the movies
But I had invited a date
She said she couldn't come with me
But she managed to come late.
I saw you at the car lot
But I had to sell a car
So as often as I could manage
I just admired you from afar.
I saw you at the airport
As I flew off with my sis
I wanted to say hello to you
But this flight I could not miss.
I saw you another time
Strange as it may seem
Ok, I will admit it
I saw you in my dreams!
You were just as lovely there
As you have been in real time
But I seem prone to struggle
The right words to find.
The next time I see you
This I have promised I will do
I'm going to get up my courage
And say hello to you!
Thena
Nothing Short of My Everything
You're nothing short of my everything
And make me just a bit shy
When I look at you and think
That you are my handsome guy!
You are my very best friend
Who knows me through and through
And I am so in love with everything-
Well, everything that's you!
Thena
Who Set Our Friendship on Fire?
Who set the fire
Who lit the flame
When did it become so sweet
Just to say your name?
Who brought the flaming coals
And caused them to heat up again
When did our love affair begin
And when did "just friends" end?
Thena
I Didn't Intend to Love Again
I didn't intend to love again
I didn't intend to care
I didn't intend to allow any one in
Or ever offer my life to share.
I didn't intend to love you
Or allow you to love me
But one day you came my way
And you caused my heart to be free.
Gone was the hurt of the past
Gone was the pain and the fear
And every day now is a joy for me
Just because you are near!
Thena
Written on My Heart
If you opened me up and looked inside
I know what you would see
There on my heart in a very special part
Would be words of love from me.
If you could look into my brain
And read what is written there
"I love you sweetheart, I adore you"
Would be written everywhere.
But all you can do is look in my face
And let my eyes speak to you
For it is said they mirror the soul
And they speak of my love for you.
Thena
Hand in Hand
I feel so close to you
And strong enough to stand
Through any of life's struggles
When you hold my hand.
It does so very much for me
Just to know you're there
And that you love to be with me
As our lives we share.
There's just something so special
That it hard to understand
About being with your sweetheart
And walking hand in hand...
Thena
I love it when
Our hands entwine
Your strong fingers
Encircling mine.
Or
I love the way I feel
When my hand you take
It is a little act of affection
And it makes me feel so great
Hand in Hand
I feel so close to you
And strong enough to stand
Through any of life's struggles
When you hold my hand.
There's just something so special
That it's hard to understand
About being with your sweetheart
And standing hand in hand...
Thena
Your hands are big and strong
And I love the way they look
I watch you when you work with your hands
And the way you hold a book.
But I love it the very most
When your hand reaches for mine
And your big strong fingers
So gently encircle mine...
Thena
God Bless My Knight
A fair princess need never fear the night
Nor cower waiting for morning's light
When on her side she has the right
And the love and dedication of her fair knight.
When fair maiden is in distress
But with the love of a knight is blessed
It matters not what others might have done
For to her rescue her knight will come.
When years pass and struggles ensue
Their love remain steadfast and true
And her world will still seem right
If by her side she has her knight.
You are my Westley and I'm your Buttercup
When I am down, you lift me up.
When the world is dark, you bring me light
You are my wonderful, loving knight.
I love you more than words can say
And my love grows stronger every day
It is my hope that God will bless us each one
And all of our struggles we will overcome.
I was so blessed on the wonderful day
That God the Father brought you to me
And how I thrilled when in your special way
"As you wish" I heard you say.
As we serve the King of Kings
And trust that only good He brings
To those who wait upon His command
I give you in love, my heart and hand.
It is my prayer that we walk forward today
Letting nothing hinder us as we go our way
Trusting in God, the Lord above
To rekindle and redefine our love.
Thena
for Erica
Once upon a time
A long time ago
There was a romatic evening and
............................
by a candle's warm glow
A woman declared her love
To her sweetheart true
And realized her prince
Had come at last
And that prince was
..........you.
Thena
It must be infatuation
For it has not been but days
Since you came into my life
With your kind and gentle ways.
Perchance it is a crush
And soon will go away
I think a crush will only briefly last
And will surely never stay.
It can't be love already
For I know you not that well,
Perhaps it is strong affection
Only time will tell.
Thena
And To Think You Are Mine!
Adorable and enchanting
Charming in your ways
Entertaining and etrancing
Adding joy to my days!
Winsome and alluring
Full of so much fun
I love the moments I have with you
Every single one!
You are so desirable
My eyes love the sight of you
When I see your captivating face
I feel joy through and through.
You are entrancing and fetching
So ravishing all the time
That I can hardly believe it
When I realize you are mine!
Thena
The Depth of My Love
Can you count the grains of sand
That decorate the shore
If you could count their number
I would still love you even more.
Is there a number of the times
A wave can come crashing onto the beach
Or is there a limit to the seaweed
That gets washed within our reach?
Can you count the rays of sunshine
That shine down on us from above
If so, then you have a place to start
To tell you of the depth of my love.
Thena Smith
Meant for Each Other
We were meant for each other
For we met and right from the start
We felt so in tune with each other
And you fell right into my heart!
We were meant for each other
For the moment I saw you I knew
That you were the person I was waiting for
To make all my dreams come true!
We were meant for each other
Not any one else will do.
For there is no other person I long for
No other person but you!
We were meant for each other
Our lives were meant to be one.
And though we knew in an instant
Getting to know each other was fun.
So now we face the future
Hand in hand as we go
Knowing that we will be together
And that our love will grow.
We were meant to be together
Together we will grow old and gray
Knowing that it was meant to be
And together we are meant to stay
Thena
Wonderful Memories
There's a place in my heart
With my sweetest memories there
While each one is precious
Some are just too special to share.
Sweet gentle memories of times of long ago
Of our love as sweethearts just starting to grow.
Memories of kisses placed on my cheek
Thrilling me so that I scarcely could speak.
I 've stored in my heart for so very long
The sweetness of our every love song
I've treasured those songs that were for me alone
Those that were whispered, in letters, or over the phone.
I recall tender loving glances
From across the room now and then
When we were less than lovers
But much more than friends.
I will hold them forever
My heart stores them there
Sweetest of memories
Much too precious to share.
Thena Smith
Wonderful Memories
There's a place in my heart
With my sweetest memories there
While each one is precious
Some are just too special to share.
Sweet gentle memories of times of long ago
Of our love as sweethearts just starting to grow.
Memories of kisses placed on my cheek
Thrilling me so that I scarcely could speak.
I 've stored in my heart for so very long
The sweetness of our every love song
I've treasured those songs that were for me alone
Those that were whispered, in letters, or over the phone.
I recall tender loving glances
From across the room now and then
When we were less than lovers
But much more than friends.
I will hold them forever
My heart stores them there
Sweetest of memories
Much too precious to share.
Thena Smith
My passion
Do you realize that my affection
Is devotion and passion deep
And that because of my love for you
I can not eat or sleep?
When I asked you if you loved me
And you said "Oh, yes, I do."
I could not believe my good fortune
That you would love me too.
Thena
You Are the Reason
You are the reason
That I could go on
The reason I can sing again
When I thought I'd lost my song.
You are the reason I can trust
When trust seemed a thing of the past
You are the first person I think of each morning
And at night you are the last.
Life is full and fun again
I can enjoy the rain and sun again
And sign a sweet refrain again
And YOU are the reason!
Thena
Too Shy to Meet You, Man of My Dreams
I saw you in the market
And you looked so awfully cute
I didn't say hello to you
For you were dressed up in a suit.
I saw you in the movies
But I didn't bother to say hi
For I saw a pretty lady
Giving you the eye.
I saw you in the car lot
And watched you sell a car
I went into the office
And bought a candy bar.
I saw you in the airport
As you flew off into the sky
You had a travelling companion
So I didn't wave goodbye.
Our paths kept on coverging
But I never knew what to do
To meet and introduce myself
To a handsome guy like you.
Then I fell asleep last night
And as strange as it may seem
I saw you once again-
But only in a dream.
Next time I see you anywhere
I intend to march right up to you
For who knows if perhaps
You would like to meet me too.
Him--
I saw you in the market
And you looked so very cool
All fresh faced and lovely
As if you'd just come from the pool.
I saw you at the movies
But I had invited a date
She said she couldn't come with me
But she managed to come late.
I saw you at the car lot
But I had to sell a car
So as often as I could manage
I just admired you from afar.
I saw you at the airport
As I flew off with my sis
I wanted to say hello to you
But this flight I could not miss.
I saw you another time
Strange as it may seem
Ok, I will admit it
I saw you in my dreams!
You were just as lovely there
As you have been in real time
But I seem prone to struggle
The right words to find.
The next time I see you
This I have promised I will do
I'm going to get up my courage
And say hello to you!
Thena
Nothing Short of My Everything
You're nothing short of my everything
And make me just a bit shy
When I look at you and think
That you are my handsome guy!
You are my very best friend
Who knows me through and through
And I am so in love with everything-
Well, everything that's you!
Thena
Who Set Our Friendship on Fire?
Who set the fire
Who lit the flame
When did it become so sweet
Just to say your name?
Who brought the flaming coals
And caused them to heat up again
When did our love affair begin
And when did "just friends" end?
Thena
I Didn't Intend to Love Again
I didn't intend to love again
I didn't intend to care
I didn't intend to allow any one in
Or ever offer my life to share.
I didn't intend to love you
Or allow you to love me
But one day you came my way
And you caused my heart to be free.
Gone was the hurt of the past
Gone was the pain and the fear
And every day now is a joy for me
Just because you are near!
Thena
Written on My Heart
If you opened me up and looked inside
I know what you would see
There on my heart in a very special part
Would be words of love from me.
If you could look into my brain
And read what is written there
"I love you sweetheart, I adore you"
Would be written everywhere.
But all you can do is look in my face
And let my eyes speak to you
For it is said they mirror the soul
And they speak of my love for you.
Thena
Hand in Hand
I feel so close to you
And strong enough to stand
Through any of life's struggles
When you hold my hand.
It does so very much for me
Just to know you're there
And that you love to be with me
As our lives we share.
There's just something so special
That it hard to understand
About being with your sweetheart
And walking hand in hand...
Thena
I love it when
Our hands entwine
Your strong fingers
Encircling mine.
Or
I love the way I feel
When my hand you take
It is a little act of affection
And it makes me feel so great
Hand in Hand
I feel so close to you
And strong enough to stand
Through any of life's struggles
When you hold my hand.
There's just something so special
That it's hard to understand
About being with your sweetheart
And standing hand in hand...
Thena
Your hands are big and strong
And I love the way they look
I watch you when you work with your hands
And the way you hold a book.
But I love it the very most
When your hand reaches for mine
And your big strong fingers
So gently encircle mine...
Thena
God Bless My Knight
A fair princess need never fear the night
Nor cower waiting for morning's light
When on her side she has the right
And the love and dedication of her fair knight.
When fair maiden is in distress
But with the love of a knight is blessed
It matters not what others might have done
For to her rescue her knight will come.
When years pass and struggles ensue
Their love remain steadfast and true
And her world will still seem right
If by her side she has her knight.
You are my Westley and I'm your Buttercup
When I am down, you lift me up.
When the world is dark, you bring me light
You are my wonderful, loving knight.
I love you more than words can say
And my love grows stronger every day
It is my hope that God will bless us each one
And all of our struggles we will overcome.
I was so blessed on the wonderful day
That God the Father brought you to me
And how I thrilled when in your special way
"As you wish" I heard you say.
As we serve the King of Kings
And trust that only good He brings
To those who wait upon His command
I give you in love, my heart and hand.
It is my prayer that we walk forward today
Letting nothing hinder us as we go our way
Trusting in God, the Lord above
To rekindle and redefine our love.
Thena
for Erica
Once upon a time
A long time ago
There was a romatic evening and
............................
by a candle's warm glow
A woman declared her love
To her sweetheart true
And realized her prince
Had come at last
And that prince was
..........you.
Thena
Dance
First Dance
We dance as man and wife at last
With hearts full of love and joy
Waltzing and gliding around the floor
A dance that we both enjoy.
Held in your arms I relax
And feel complete for the very first time
Knowing that I'm held in your arms
And that you are truly mine!
Oh, God grant that we dance so sweetly
Through all of our married life
Comforted always by each loving embrace
As we dance as husband and wife.
But for now I am content to be near you
And dance this first dance with you
Preparing on this special day
To dance through my life with you.
Thena
Dancing With Mom
Here I am after all this time
Doing something that I have never done before.
I'm happily dancing with my mom
And we glide across the ballroom floor.
As I feel the gentleness of your arms
And your hand squeezing mine ever so gently
I know that to keep your eyes from releasing tears
You are concentrating ever so intently.
My mind goes back through the years
To the times you shared my joys
And when so sweetly and lovingly
You kissed my wounds and wiped away my tears.
It seems not to be the popular or manly thing to do
To be to openly affectionate to a teenager's mother
And siblings when with their peers
Seem to downplay their love for one another.
But I know that even in those times when I feel embarrassed
To tell you that you are a woman who I truly adore
You knew that I loved you every bit as much then
As I do today as we waltz across the floor.
I love the gentleness and strength of your arms
I love the tenderness and compassion of your spirit
And I love the joy of finally dancing on this special day with you
And saying "I love you, Mother" where everyone around will hear it!
Thena
Dance With Me, Daddy
Dance with me, Daddy
And lets go round and round
Standing on your shoes
Is the best for me I've found.
Oh, what fun to dance with you
And hear the music play
I wish we could dance together
Every single day!
Dance with me, Daddy
And let's pretend I'm grown
And dressed in a formal dress
With a boyfriend of my own...
Let's do a waltz so slowly
And talk like you and mommy do
You could lift me to your ear
So I could whisper to you.
Dance with me, Daddy
I'm really small I know..
But dance with me anyway
I promise I will grow!
by
Thena Smith
Dance With Me Daughter
Dance with me Little one
Let me hold your baby hands in mine
And lift you as around we whirl
Oh, how I love dancing with my baby girl!
Dance with me little sweetheart
Put you tiny feet on my big shoes
And as we dance together
There will be no room for the blues.
Dance with me my daughter
And let's try the newest dance together
I know you love to be outside
In this lovely weather.
But come dance with your daddy
I love to chat with you as we dance
I love hearing about your dreams
And about your first romance.
Dance with me my lovely daughter
Oh my how you have grown
Here you are all dressed in white
Taking a bridegroom of your own.
Dance with me loveliest of brides
On this your wedding day
As as we dance together
Memories of our other dances together
I will replay.
Thena Smith
Dancing with my Grandfather
This moment is a treasure
This moment, for me, stopped time
Sharing this special day
With this handsome grandfather of mine.
Holding me in his loving arms
In such a sweet and gentle way
I knew that my lifetime of memories
Would always include this day.
Thank you Grandfather for loving me
And helping to teach me right from wrong
And for being there to celebrate with me
Holding me in your arms so loving and strong.
This day was the dream I dreamed of
As I dreamt of what my life held in store
And sharing this moment with you
Made it special, all the more.
Thena
Dance of son and mother of the groom
Dance with me, Mom
And let me tell you
As we dance
How much I love you.
Dance with me, Son
And as we dance
Let me share
My heart with you
On this special day
Let us dance a dance together
For we will have started
Our different roles in life
Before this dance is through.
You are no longer just my son
But you are the husband
Of my new daughter
And I'm no longer just your mom
But now I'm a mother-in-law
(or mother-in-love).
The memories come flooding in my heart
And my eyes betray me
Spilling out big tears
Of joy and love.
Thena
We dance as man and wife at last
With hearts full of love and joy
Waltzing and gliding around the floor
A dance that we both enjoy.
Held in your arms I relax
And feel complete for the very first time
Knowing that I'm held in your arms
And that you are truly mine!
Oh, God grant that we dance so sweetly
Through all of our married life
Comforted always by each loving embrace
As we dance as husband and wife.
But for now I am content to be near you
And dance this first dance with you
Preparing on this special day
To dance through my life with you.
Thena
Dancing With Mom
Here I am after all this time
Doing something that I have never done before.
I'm happily dancing with my mom
And we glide across the ballroom floor.
As I feel the gentleness of your arms
And your hand squeezing mine ever so gently
I know that to keep your eyes from releasing tears
You are concentrating ever so intently.
My mind goes back through the years
To the times you shared my joys
And when so sweetly and lovingly
You kissed my wounds and wiped away my tears.
It seems not to be the popular or manly thing to do
To be to openly affectionate to a teenager's mother
And siblings when with their peers
Seem to downplay their love for one another.
But I know that even in those times when I feel embarrassed
To tell you that you are a woman who I truly adore
You knew that I loved you every bit as much then
As I do today as we waltz across the floor.
I love the gentleness and strength of your arms
I love the tenderness and compassion of your spirit
And I love the joy of finally dancing on this special day with you
And saying "I love you, Mother" where everyone around will hear it!
Thena
Dance With Me, Daddy
Dance with me, Daddy
And lets go round and round
Standing on your shoes
Is the best for me I've found.
Oh, what fun to dance with you
And hear the music play
I wish we could dance together
Every single day!
Dance with me, Daddy
And let's pretend I'm grown
And dressed in a formal dress
With a boyfriend of my own...
Let's do a waltz so slowly
And talk like you and mommy do
You could lift me to your ear
So I could whisper to you.
Dance with me, Daddy
I'm really small I know..
But dance with me anyway
I promise I will grow!
by
Thena Smith
Dance With Me Daughter
Dance with me Little one
Let me hold your baby hands in mine
And lift you as around we whirl
Oh, how I love dancing with my baby girl!
Dance with me little sweetheart
Put you tiny feet on my big shoes
And as we dance together
There will be no room for the blues.
Dance with me my daughter
And let's try the newest dance together
I know you love to be outside
In this lovely weather.
But come dance with your daddy
I love to chat with you as we dance
I love hearing about your dreams
And about your first romance.
Dance with me my lovely daughter
Oh my how you have grown
Here you are all dressed in white
Taking a bridegroom of your own.
Dance with me loveliest of brides
On this your wedding day
As as we dance together
Memories of our other dances together
I will replay.
Thena Smith
Dancing with my Grandfather
This moment is a treasure
This moment, for me, stopped time
Sharing this special day
With this handsome grandfather of mine.
Holding me in his loving arms
In such a sweet and gentle way
I knew that my lifetime of memories
Would always include this day.
Thank you Grandfather for loving me
And helping to teach me right from wrong
And for being there to celebrate with me
Holding me in your arms so loving and strong.
This day was the dream I dreamed of
As I dreamt of what my life held in store
And sharing this moment with you
Made it special, all the more.
Thena
Dance of son and mother of the groom
Dance with me, Mom
And let me tell you
As we dance
How much I love you.
Dance with me, Son
And as we dance
Let me share
My heart with you
On this special day
Let us dance a dance together
For we will have started
Our different roles in life
Before this dance is through.
You are no longer just my son
But you are the husband
Of my new daughter
And I'm no longer just your mom
But now I'm a mother-in-law
(or mother-in-love).
The memories come flooding in my heart
And my eyes betray me
Spilling out big tears
Of joy and love.
Thena
Father of the Groom
Father of the Groom
Talk to me son
And let me tell you
As we stand together
How much I love you.
Listen to me, Son
And as we talk
And let me share
My heart with you
On this special day
Let us remember together
For we will have started
Our different roles in life
Before this special day is through.
You are no longer just my son
But you are the husband
Of my new daughter
And I'm no longer just your dad
But now I'm a father-in-law
(or father-in-love).
The memories come flooding in my heart
And my eyes betray me
And I fight to hold back tears
Of joy and love.
Thena
To My Son
My thoughts are with you
On this your wedding day
And in my heart I long for your marriage
To be perfect in every way.
You have grown so much
In this last few years
And had your share of laughter
As well as heartaches and tears.
I like the person that you are
This mature person you've become-
From my heart I say to you today
That I'm proud to call you son.
So go and take that step
That you now desire to take
Say "I do" and wed your bride
Then cut the wedding cake!
Thena
The Best is Yet to Come
(second wedding)
I would not have wanted things
Not to be perfect for you from the start-
Would not have ever wanted you
To have suffered a broken heart.
I would not have ever wanted vows
Spoken in love not to be kept
Would not have wanted family and friends
To have been sad and wept.
But life goes on and we live and learn
And as we learn we grow
We can not turn back the time
And know then the things we didn't know.
But we can go on with loving hearts
And do the best we can
And I'm go proud to see who you are today
And that you have someone to take your hand.
It is my heart's fondest wish
That all of your dreams come true
That your heart would always be a part
Of the love God has sent for you.
I would not undo the past at all
Because with sweet memories we are blessed
And of all the grandkids in the world-
I feel that mine are best!
Thena
A wedding is a special time
For happiness and rejoicing
My joy for you on your wedding day
Is the delight I'm voicing.
I celebrate with your loved ones
As you start a new era in your life
Bringing into the family
A loving bride-a wife.
Let the sweet memories of this day
Stay forever near you
And each day in many a way
Say "I love you" so that she may hear you.
God bless you my dear son
As you start on this new adventure today
May He be by your side and be your guide
Every single step of the way.
Thena
Congratulations Son
Just a little note to say
Congratulations, Son
On this happy day!
The day when you take a bride
ANd enjoy the happiness
Of having your best friend
Always by your side.
Thena
Talk to me son
And let me tell you
As we stand together
How much I love you.
Listen to me, Son
And as we talk
And let me share
My heart with you
On this special day
Let us remember together
For we will have started
Our different roles in life
Before this special day is through.
You are no longer just my son
But you are the husband
Of my new daughter
And I'm no longer just your dad
But now I'm a father-in-law
(or father-in-love).
The memories come flooding in my heart
And my eyes betray me
And I fight to hold back tears
Of joy and love.
Thena
To My Son
My thoughts are with you
On this your wedding day
And in my heart I long for your marriage
To be perfect in every way.
You have grown so much
In this last few years
And had your share of laughter
As well as heartaches and tears.
I like the person that you are
This mature person you've become-
From my heart I say to you today
That I'm proud to call you son.
So go and take that step
That you now desire to take
Say "I do" and wed your bride
Then cut the wedding cake!
Thena
The Best is Yet to Come
(second wedding)
I would not have wanted things
Not to be perfect for you from the start-
Would not have ever wanted you
To have suffered a broken heart.
I would not have ever wanted vows
Spoken in love not to be kept
Would not have wanted family and friends
To have been sad and wept.
But life goes on and we live and learn
And as we learn we grow
We can not turn back the time
And know then the things we didn't know.
But we can go on with loving hearts
And do the best we can
And I'm go proud to see who you are today
And that you have someone to take your hand.
It is my heart's fondest wish
That all of your dreams come true
That your heart would always be a part
Of the love God has sent for you.
I would not undo the past at all
Because with sweet memories we are blessed
And of all the grandkids in the world-
I feel that mine are best!
Thena
A wedding is a special time
For happiness and rejoicing
My joy for you on your wedding day
Is the delight I'm voicing.
I celebrate with your loved ones
As you start a new era in your life
Bringing into the family
A loving bride-a wife.
Let the sweet memories of this day
Stay forever near you
And each day in many a way
Say "I love you" so that she may hear you.
God bless you my dear son
As you start on this new adventure today
May He be by your side and be your guide
Every single step of the way.
Thena
Congratulations Son
Just a little note to say
Congratulations, Son
On this happy day!
The day when you take a bride
ANd enjoy the happiness
Of having your best friend
Always by your side.
Thena
Daughter and Father
For My Daughter
My Daughter, I see you looking so beautiful
As I wait for you to join me here
As I look at your radiant face
My eyes release a tear.
So many memories
are flooding my mind
Dearest, adorable, loving
daughter of mine.
I see you as a baby
So sweet in your bed
Then with ponytails
Springing out of your head!
I see you with toys
And sandboxes and such
All through your life
I've loved you so much!
Now today I am expected
To be strong and say
That yes, I agree
To give you away.
I see you so bravely
Hold your bouquet
As we walk together
On your special day.
I pray my sweet daughter
That you life will be
Blessed wth the kind of joy
That you brought to me.
But remember my child
Whatever you do
And wherever life leads you
I'm here for you!
Thena
Daddy
Daddy, I see you standing there
Waiting for me to come to you.
I pause only a moment in
This day my dreams come true.
I look at your dear face and then
My face permits a little grin
For there is a tear upon your cheek
And if I don't smile, I know I'll weep.
As I look at you, I can tell
That memories are going
through your mind as well.
You see my smile and you smile too
Oh the wonderfulness of you!
The wedding march begins to play
And I clutch my bridal bouquet
How I would love to know what is in your mind
Wonderful, dear, loving Father of mine.
Thena
Father of the Bride
He stands by her side
Once known as "Daddy"
But today "Father of the Bride"
And through silent tears
His heart is full of pride.
She was his baby only moments ago
His darling little girl
Now she marries her sweetheart
And he says she is a rare treasure-a pearl.
They both love her in different ways
But she will be Daddy's precious little girl
To the end of their days.
Thena
My Daughter, I see you looking so beautiful
As I wait for you to join me here
As I look at your radiant face
My eyes release a tear.
So many memories
are flooding my mind
Dearest, adorable, loving
daughter of mine.
I see you as a baby
So sweet in your bed
Then with ponytails
Springing out of your head!
I see you with toys
And sandboxes and such
All through your life
I've loved you so much!
Now today I am expected
To be strong and say
That yes, I agree
To give you away.
I see you so bravely
Hold your bouquet
As we walk together
On your special day.
I pray my sweet daughter
That you life will be
Blessed wth the kind of joy
That you brought to me.
But remember my child
Whatever you do
And wherever life leads you
I'm here for you!
Thena
Daddy
Daddy, I see you standing there
Waiting for me to come to you.
I pause only a moment in
This day my dreams come true.
I look at your dear face and then
My face permits a little grin
For there is a tear upon your cheek
And if I don't smile, I know I'll weep.
As I look at you, I can tell
That memories are going
through your mind as well.
You see my smile and you smile too
Oh the wonderfulness of you!
The wedding march begins to play
And I clutch my bridal bouquet
How I would love to know what is in your mind
Wonderful, dear, loving Father of mine.
Thena
Father of the Bride
He stands by her side
Once known as "Daddy"
But today "Father of the Bride"
And through silent tears
His heart is full of pride.
She was his baby only moments ago
His darling little girl
Now she marries her sweetheart
And he says she is a rare treasure-a pearl.
They both love her in different ways
But she will be Daddy's precious little girl
To the end of their days.
Thena
The Dress
The Dress
It can't be just any dress
It must be white and feminine
And dainty as a petal
on the most fragile flower
It's memory will linger for a lifetime
From a ceremony that lasts a hour.
It must be tightly fitted
On the bride's tiny waist
And must yield softly to the touch
Of the grooms loving gentle embrace.
And must stir the emotions of
Each little girl in sight
Instilling in her the dream of someday
Being the bride all dressed in white...
Thena Smith
It can't be just any dress
It must be white and feminine
And dainty as a petal
on the most fragile flower
It's memory will linger for a lifetime
From a ceremony that lasts a hour.
It must be tightly fitted
On the bride's tiny waist
And must yield softly to the touch
Of the grooms loving gentle embrace.
And must stir the emotions of
Each little girl in sight
Instilling in her the dream of someday
Being the bride all dressed in white...
Thena Smith
Mother and Daughter
Be With Me
Be with me Mother
As for my wedding I prepare
It's the beginning of my new life
And the special moments
I want you to share.
Stand beside me as I get ready
And help me smooth my skirt
And my veil help me adjust
I need you there with me
For you are the one I love and trust.
Walk with me to the place
Where I shall wait for the music to start
Where love leads me to my groom
From a walk of love that began
As I nestled near your heart.
Thena
Be with me Mother
As for my wedding I prepare
It's the beginning of my new life
And the special moments
I want you to share.
Stand beside me as I get ready
And help me smooth my skirt
And my veil help me adjust
I need you there with me
For you are the one I love and trust.
Walk with me to the place
Where I shall wait for the music to start
Where love leads me to my groom
From a walk of love that began
As I nestled near your heart.
Thena
Engagement
Our Engagement
What a happy day it was
When you asked me to marry you!
I knew you were my hero
And my dream come true.
For I dreamed about a soulmate
That would love me as I am inside
And whose heart's desire
Would be to have me as his bride.
I loved you as a friend
And came to depend on you
But soon I realized
I had fallen in love with you.
And then came the engagement
How lovely and how thrilling
To wear the ring upon my finger
Of the man who my dreams would be fulfilling.
How I looked forward to that day
When we would become as one
Then I knew I would be complete
When our life together had begun.
Thena Smith
Engaged
So ......... is engaged
And soon she will be wed
We celebrate with her these happy days
And all the days that are ahead.
She has chosen special friends and family
To share in a special way
By celebrating her joy
As bridesmaids on her wedding day.
Because of the great love and affection
That you have shared her whole life through
It is with great happiness
That she is asking you!
So I am engaged
And soon I will be wed
Please celebrate with me these happy days
And all the days that are ahead.
I have chosen special friends and family
To share in a special way
By celebrating my joy with me
As bridesmaids on my wedding day.
Because of the great love and affection
That we have shared our whole lives through
It is with great happiness
That I am asking you!
What a happy day it was
When you asked me to marry you!
I knew you were my hero
And my dream come true.
For I dreamed about a soulmate
That would love me as I am inside
And whose heart's desire
Would be to have me as his bride.
I loved you as a friend
And came to depend on you
But soon I realized
I had fallen in love with you.
And then came the engagement
How lovely and how thrilling
To wear the ring upon my finger
Of the man who my dreams would be fulfilling.
How I looked forward to that day
When we would become as one
Then I knew I would be complete
When our life together had begun.
Thena Smith
Engaged
So ......... is engaged
And soon she will be wed
We celebrate with her these happy days
And all the days that are ahead.
She has chosen special friends and family
To share in a special way
By celebrating her joy
As bridesmaids on her wedding day.
Because of the great love and affection
That you have shared her whole life through
It is with great happiness
That she is asking you!
So I am engaged
And soon I will be wed
Please celebrate with me these happy days
And all the days that are ahead.
I have chosen special friends and family
To share in a special way
By celebrating my joy with me
As bridesmaids on my wedding day.
Because of the great love and affection
That we have shared our whole lives through
It is with great happiness
That I am asking you!
Empty Chairs at Wedding
Mom's Chair
On this special day
I wanted to share my happiness
With the person so very dear
Who this day would really bless.
I know she must be looking down
From the Heavenlies up above us
Smiling at us one and all
And saying that she loves us.
But to represent her presence here
I put a rose upon her empty chair
To remind us all of her love
And as our way to share.
We love you, Mom
And ask that God above
Would bless us all today
Who witness evidence of His love.
Thena
Grandpa, You are Always in Our Hearts
Husband, father, and grandpa
Were only three special roles you led
As you tended to us as we grew up
And saw that we were sheltered, clothed and fed.
My best friend utterly adored you
And asked you to be at her side
On that special day of days
When she became a bride.
You were the world's best grandfather to ______
And I have photos here to show
Just how much you loved him
So that he will always know.
These photos are so precious
And these sweet memories will help get me through
As will each precious loving act you did on earth
That will remind me each day of you.
Thena
You Are More Than a Friend
You were more than a friend's grandfather
Which is special enough in itself
But you were like a grandfather to me
Never hesitating to give of yourself.
Your sweet spirit always filled the room
With a smile that never seemed to fade away
And your presence always delighted folk
Who would look forward to seeing you each day.
Kindness, strength, character and compassion-
These words to describe you were only the very start
Of the abundance of the wonderful things about you
That God had planted long ago in your loving heart.
I will miss you sweet friend of mine
More than words can ever tell
And far more than poet could ever see
But that I had you for my friend
I will give thanks to God, each day.
Thena
Without You Daddy
I walked down the aisle today
Thanking God that you had been in my life
Even though you were not here
To bless me with your love
As I became a wife.
Even though I could not see you
Your influence was everywhere
As I wrote the vows I would say
To choosing the gown I would wear.
Thank you Daddy for being you
And thank God for the dad He gave to me
Who taught me to live not only for the now
But for eternity.
Thena
Wedding Day without Mom
This was the day I wanted to share with you-
The day I had dreamed of for my entire life
This was the day I would happily become a wife.-
The day I dreamed of as a little girl
This was the day that would be a milestone in my world.
But this was the day that I never imagined would be
Without the mother who meant the world to me.
But surely in God’s plan for us
In Heavenly portals up above us
We can be glimpsed by those gone ahead
Who so dearly love us.
Thena
From God's Balcony
Do you think that from God's balcony
In Heaven up above
That mothers are allowed to view
The children that they love?
I like to think that everytime
A bride walks down the aisle
A mother who has gone ahead
Looks down at her and smiles.
I like to think she watches
As the couple says I do
And is filled with joy and happiness
When she sees a love that's true.
If God allows this miracle
Of hope and joy and love
Then you know that your mom will be watching
From Heavens portals up above.
But should this not be possible
I know this to be true
That God himself and all his angels
Are watching over you!
Thena Smith
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From God's Balcony
Do you think that from God's balcony
In Heaven up above
That fathers are allowed to view
The children that they love?
I like to think that everytime
A son does something grand
Or makes a winning touchdown
Or lends a helping hand.
His father is watching as his son becomes a man.
I like to think he watches
As the years go swiftly past
And will tell his son about it
When in Heaven they are reunited at last.
If God allows this miracle
Of hope and joy and love
Then you know that your father will be watching
From Heavens portals up above.
But should this not be possible
I know this to be true
That God himself and all his angels
Are watching over you!
Thena Smith
From God's Balcony
Do you think that from God's balcony
In Heaven up above
That grandmothers are allowed to view
The grandchildren that they love?
I like to think that everytime
A little baby is born on earth
A grand mother who has gone ahead
Joins in the celebration of its birth.
I like to think she watches
Each day its whole life through
And is filled with joy and happiness
Over each wonderful thing you do.
If God allows this miracle
Of hope and joy and love
Then you know that your grandmom will be watching
From Heavens portals up above.
But should this not be possible
I know this to be true
That God himself and all his angels
Are watching over you!
Thena Smith
On this special day
I wanted to share my happiness
With the person so very dear
Who this day would really bless.
I know she must be looking down
From the Heavenlies up above us
Smiling at us one and all
And saying that she loves us.
But to represent her presence here
I put a rose upon her empty chair
To remind us all of her love
And as our way to share.
We love you, Mom
And ask that God above
Would bless us all today
Who witness evidence of His love.
Thena
Grandpa, You are Always in Our Hearts
Husband, father, and grandpa
Were only three special roles you led
As you tended to us as we grew up
And saw that we were sheltered, clothed and fed.
My best friend utterly adored you
And asked you to be at her side
On that special day of days
When she became a bride.
You were the world's best grandfather to ______
And I have photos here to show
Just how much you loved him
So that he will always know.
These photos are so precious
And these sweet memories will help get me through
As will each precious loving act you did on earth
That will remind me each day of you.
Thena
You Are More Than a Friend
You were more than a friend's grandfather
Which is special enough in itself
But you were like a grandfather to me
Never hesitating to give of yourself.
Your sweet spirit always filled the room
With a smile that never seemed to fade away
And your presence always delighted folk
Who would look forward to seeing you each day.
Kindness, strength, character and compassion-
These words to describe you were only the very start
Of the abundance of the wonderful things about you
That God had planted long ago in your loving heart.
I will miss you sweet friend of mine
More than words can ever tell
And far more than poet could ever see
But that I had you for my friend
I will give thanks to God, each day.
Thena
Without You Daddy
I walked down the aisle today
Thanking God that you had been in my life
Even though you were not here
To bless me with your love
As I became a wife.
Even though I could not see you
Your influence was everywhere
As I wrote the vows I would say
To choosing the gown I would wear.
Thank you Daddy for being you
And thank God for the dad He gave to me
Who taught me to live not only for the now
But for eternity.
Thena
Wedding Day without Mom
This was the day I wanted to share with you-
The day I had dreamed of for my entire life
This was the day I would happily become a wife.-
The day I dreamed of as a little girl
This was the day that would be a milestone in my world.
But this was the day that I never imagined would be
Without the mother who meant the world to me.
But surely in God’s plan for us
In Heavenly portals up above us
We can be glimpsed by those gone ahead
Who so dearly love us.
Thena
From God's Balcony
Do you think that from God's balcony
In Heaven up above
That mothers are allowed to view
The children that they love?
I like to think that everytime
A bride walks down the aisle
A mother who has gone ahead
Looks down at her and smiles.
I like to think she watches
As the couple says I do
And is filled with joy and happiness
When she sees a love that's true.
If God allows this miracle
Of hope and joy and love
Then you know that your mom will be watching
From Heavens portals up above.
But should this not be possible
I know this to be true
That God himself and all his angels
Are watching over you!
Thena Smith
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From God's Balcony
Do you think that from God's balcony
In Heaven up above
That fathers are allowed to view
The children that they love?
I like to think that everytime
A son does something grand
Or makes a winning touchdown
Or lends a helping hand.
His father is watching as his son becomes a man.
I like to think he watches
As the years go swiftly past
And will tell his son about it
When in Heaven they are reunited at last.
If God allows this miracle
Of hope and joy and love
Then you know that your father will be watching
From Heavens portals up above.
But should this not be possible
I know this to be true
That God himself and all his angels
Are watching over you!
Thena Smith
From God's Balcony
Do you think that from God's balcony
In Heaven up above
That grandmothers are allowed to view
The grandchildren that they love?
I like to think that everytime
A little baby is born on earth
A grand mother who has gone ahead
Joins in the celebration of its birth.
I like to think she watches
Each day its whole life through
And is filled with joy and happiness
Over each wonderful thing you do.
If God allows this miracle
Of hope and joy and love
Then you know that your grandmom will be watching
From Heavens portals up above.
But should this not be possible
I know this to be true
That God himself and all his angels
Are watching over you!
Thena Smith
Traditions and Heirlooms
This bracelet belonged to your grandmother
Who wore it on her wedding day.
I wore it for my wedding too
And now I pass it on to you.
A family heirloom for you to pass along
To daughter sweet or son so strong
For a girl to wear as a lovely bride
Or for son to bestow to the woman
Who is to stand by his side.
May it remind you of all who love you
As you go through your married life
And experience the joy and happiness
Of being someone's wife.
Thena
Family Name
My father took it seriously
As had the ones before him
To keep his name unblemished
As did the ones who bore him.
He kept his name unblemished
And maintained it spotlessly
So that it would be a treasured gift
When he passed it down to me.
I think of this when I am tempted
To do something that is in bad taste
It keeps me out of trouble
And prevents me acting out in haste.
I remember all the ones before me
Who handled their name so respectfully
And I would not want our family name
To come to dishonor with me.
Thena
Grandmother's Dress
I watch them as they try it on
The once lovely wedding dress
Which so unmercifully
Has been left in tatters
Except for what most maters...
the memories.
The cousins take turns
Trying on the dress
And checking themselves out
They preen and turn themselves about
To get a better view and get nearer
to the mirror.
They know that this dress is special
As are the memories of the day
That the dress was worn
So long before they were born.
Soon it will be a memory itself
And be in little pieces glued in a shadow box
And have a place of honor on a shelf...
A mere shadow of its former elegant self...
Grandmother's Dress....
Thena
Tradition
Everyone needs a tradition
And tradition needs a place to start
ANd though they involve material things
Each tradition starts in ones heart.
This little plate can be used as such
A place from which it can grow
The tradition of presenting special cakes on it
And in time your family heritage will show.
Treat it gently throughout the years
And down through the ages it will be
Treasured and cherished and loved
As part of your history.
Thena
Just for You
This little bracelet
Is to remind you
Of this very special day
And it will grow with you
No need to put it away.
Just wear it on each special occasion
Today and all the years to come
And I will add to it as you grow
For each special one.
And then when you marry
It will be ready for you to wear
As you walk down the aisle
To wed the one whose life you will share.
Thena
A Tiny Bit of Floss
How precious a tiny bit of floss
Can be to those who love
A precious and dear grandmother
Who resides in Heaven above.
I used floss that belonged to your grandmother
To create this little gift
And it is my heartfelt prayer today
That it will give your heart a lift.
For she would love to be here
To share with you this special day
I chose to create this gift
So she could be here in this way.
Thena
For My Niece
What a wonderful day is before you
A day that you will always treasure
One with such love and joy
That it is impossible to measure.
Creating a gift with your Grandmother's floss
Was from my heart and my own loving way
Of giving you something special of hers
To remind you of her love today.
If God allows those He has called home
To watch from Heaven's balcony up above
Then know that she is there today
Looking down on you with all her love.
Thena
Who wore it on her wedding day.
I wore it for my wedding too
And now I pass it on to you.
A family heirloom for you to pass along
To daughter sweet or son so strong
For a girl to wear as a lovely bride
Or for son to bestow to the woman
Who is to stand by his side.
May it remind you of all who love you
As you go through your married life
And experience the joy and happiness
Of being someone's wife.
Thena
Family Name
My father took it seriously
As had the ones before him
To keep his name unblemished
As did the ones who bore him.
He kept his name unblemished
And maintained it spotlessly
So that it would be a treasured gift
When he passed it down to me.
I think of this when I am tempted
To do something that is in bad taste
It keeps me out of trouble
And prevents me acting out in haste.
I remember all the ones before me
Who handled their name so respectfully
And I would not want our family name
To come to dishonor with me.
Thena
Grandmother's Dress
I watch them as they try it on
The once lovely wedding dress
Which so unmercifully
Has been left in tatters
Except for what most maters...
the memories.
The cousins take turns
Trying on the dress
And checking themselves out
They preen and turn themselves about
To get a better view and get nearer
to the mirror.
They know that this dress is special
As are the memories of the day
That the dress was worn
So long before they were born.
Soon it will be a memory itself
And be in little pieces glued in a shadow box
And have a place of honor on a shelf...
A mere shadow of its former elegant self...
Grandmother's Dress....
Thena
Tradition
Everyone needs a tradition
And tradition needs a place to start
ANd though they involve material things
Each tradition starts in ones heart.
This little plate can be used as such
A place from which it can grow
The tradition of presenting special cakes on it
And in time your family heritage will show.
Treat it gently throughout the years
And down through the ages it will be
Treasured and cherished and loved
As part of your history.
Thena
Just for You
This little bracelet
Is to remind you
Of this very special day
And it will grow with you
No need to put it away.
Just wear it on each special occasion
Today and all the years to come
And I will add to it as you grow
For each special one.
And then when you marry
It will be ready for you to wear
As you walk down the aisle
To wed the one whose life you will share.
Thena
A Tiny Bit of Floss
How precious a tiny bit of floss
Can be to those who love
A precious and dear grandmother
Who resides in Heaven above.
I used floss that belonged to your grandmother
To create this little gift
And it is my heartfelt prayer today
That it will give your heart a lift.
For she would love to be here
To share with you this special day
I chose to create this gift
So she could be here in this way.
Thena
For My Niece
What a wonderful day is before you
A day that you will always treasure
One with such love and joy
That it is impossible to measure.
Creating a gift with your Grandmother's floss
Was from my heart and my own loving way
Of giving you something special of hers
To remind you of her love today.
If God allows those He has called home
To watch from Heaven's balcony up above
Then know that she is there today
Looking down on you with all her love.
Thena
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