Lily

Intro - acoustic guitar, mandolin

Verse 1

A little shadow, quick and keen,

A mini schnauzer, quite a scene.

If I was gone for five hours or for five,

You'd meet me at the door, so glad to be alive.

With happy barks, you'd greet me there,

A joyful reunion, beyond compare.

Then we'd lift our voices, loud and proud,

Our family howl, above the crowd.

Chorus

Oh, Lily, sweet Lily, our hearts hold you near,

For thirteen precious years, banishing all fear.

A love so pure, a bond so deep and true,

Our little sunshine, we'll always cherish you.

Verse 2

When nine o'clock rolled 'round each night,

Dad tucked you in, cozy and tight.

Then ten o'clock, I'd join the bed,

Soft belly rubs for your sweet head.

A tiny queen upon your throne,

Never a moment spent alone.

Your quirks and comforts, understood,

A perfect friend, forever good.

Chorus

Oh, Lily, sweet Lily, our hearts hold you near,

For thirteen precious years, banishing all fear.

A love so pure, a bond so deep and true,

Our little sunshine, we'll always cherish you.

Bridge

My darling girl, you know we love you so,

It's hard to say goodbye, and watch you go.

But cancer's grip has held you tight,

You can cross the bridge, and find the light.

We'll miss you fiercely, every day,

But peace awaits you on your way.

Mandolin Solo

Final Chorus

Oh, Lily, sweet Lily, our hearts hold you near,

For thirteen precious years, banishing all fear.

A love so pure, a bond so deep and true,

Our little sunshine, we'll always cherish you.

Outro

Now running free, in skies so blue,

With Petee, your brother, and angels too.

Across the fields of sunlit gold,

A story of love, forever told.

Outro - piano fade