With These Roots

Inspired by the uplifting testimony of Denise Jackson

Vs1
When I’m in need of inspiration
I know just where to go
Find that old oak tree still standin’
Planted centuries ago
A reminder of my parent’s love
And the strength of family
That old tree recalls fond memories of
The roots they’ve given me

Chorus
And with these roots no storm can break me
I can rise and face each day
With these roots no wind can shake me
I stand tall and unafraid
With these roots I never face alone
Life’s sorrow and despair
With these roots I’m never far from home
And the love that I found there

Vs2
When I’m in need of consolation
Feelin’ lonely, feelin’ low
I find that old oak tree still standin’
Planted centuries ago
A reminder of my parent’s faith
And the comfort of family
Lifts my spirits as I pause to pray
These roots they’ve given me

Chorus
And with these roots no storm can break me
I can rise and face each day
With these roots no wind can shake me
I stand tall and unafraid
With these roots I never face alone
Life’s sorrow and despair
With these roots I’m never far from home
And the love that I found there

©bobby watts/cheryl clawson 2008

Let Hope Float

Beginnings can be scary
Endings are often sad
It’s the stuff in the middle that matters
That’s where we find love at


So with each new beginning
As we reach a fork in the road
Take time to pause and remember
To make room to let hope float


Love can hurt you when you least expect it to
It can bruise your very soul
And despair can overwhelm you
In the fight to be made whole


Face the fear..reach out your hand
Dare to let love grow
Trust that someone really understands
And make room to let hope float


It’s not easy..this business of giving up
Your heart’s guardian one you hardly know
But surrender yields treasures..the reward is love
When you make room to let hope float


©bobby watts 2008