Jim Halverson

Lyrics

Always There
Jim Halverson


You were hiding behind a toy
Your siblings charged with their endless joy
But you were quiet, sad and looking scared
Small compared to the other pups
Got pushed away from your cups
We had to take you so you had some one that cared

You were always there for me
When I was feeling down
You showed me love
When there was no one else around

You grew up and what a delight
Young adult, you are a beautiful sight
Flowing mane and tail up so proud and true (just like a flag)
Now you prance like you've been trained to know
The hidden genes and breeding starts to show
The beauty in you continues through and through

You were always there for me
When I was feeling down
You showed me love
When there was no one else around

The day erupts with a wagging tail
And bright brown eyes of anticipation
To the yard with ball that you adore
The retriever in you comes to life
You cut the brush like finely honed knife
You sail back through the yard to our back door

You were always there for me
When I was feeling down
You showed me love
When there was no one else around

A furry head lays upon my lap
As the day draws down to an end
The tired eyes and loving face
You are the epitome of canine grace

You were always there for me
When I was feeling down
You showed me love
When there was no one else around