Annette

[Verse 1]
Some roads are smooth and some roads bend
Some nights you wonder where they end
But a steady hand can light the way
And faith can carry you through the gray
Fifty-one years, I've walked beside
Annette, my anchor and my pride

[Chorus]
You gave me strength when I was down
You turned my heartache all around
Through thick and thin you never strayed
Your love's the rock where hope is made
So lift your head, the Lord is near
I'll hold you close, I'm always here

[Verse 2]
I know I wasn't always easy
Some years were hard, some days were heavy
But you stood right there by my side
With grace you never tried to hide
You saw our future when I couldn't see
You kept believing, Annette, in me

[Chorus]
You gave me strength when I was down
You turned my heartache all around
Through thick and thin you never strayed
Your love's the rock where hope is made
So lift your head, the Lord is near
I'll hold you close, I'm always here

[Bridge]
Our family's laughter fills your soul
Their love is what keeps you whole
That's where your strength and peace begin
The light that burns so bright within

[Verse 3]
So when the world feels cold and long
Remember you're the reason I stayed strong
The table full, the prayers we've prayed
The love our family's built and made
Now let me be the strength for you
The way you've always pulled me through

[Chorus]
You gave me strength when I was down
Now let me be your solid ground
Through thick and thin you never strayed
Your love's the rock where hope is made
So rest your heart, the Lord is near
I'll hold you close, I'm always here

[Outro]
I've always loved you, always will
Annette, my heart is yours still