From Today, Darling

[Verse 1]
You swallowed all those tears so our family could stand,
I stood beside you, never seeing how heavy your days had been.
We hurt each other, turned away, and cried alone,
Still, you stayed and kept this home—my love, I’m sorry I was slow.
Thank you for every quiet year you carried us along.

[Chorus]
Darling, darling, you’ve been strong for far too long,
Lean on my shoulder now; you don’t have to carry it alone.
A little short, a little flawed—we’ll still be all right,
From today, I’ll hold your hand and make our days feel kind.

[Verse 2]
I argued who was right while you reached out your hand,
Took your love for granted when I should have understood.
We can’t turn back the years, but I can meet you where you are,
Hear every held-back sigh and never leave you lonely again.
The road you walked, I’ll walk beside you from here on.

[Bridge]
I’m sorry I missed your tears; I’m grateful you stayed.
Your worn hands in mine—there’s still so much life to make.
I learned your love too late, so I’ll love you all the more:
Every day, I’ll say it, and prove what my heart is for.

[Outro]
You’re my wife, my greatest gift; thank you for staying near.
Darling, from today, let’s laugh more than we cried.