Blessed were you child

from the moment of your birth,

for it was then God endowed you

with your own guardian angel on earth.

You may not realize where she came from,

for she was sent in clever disguise.

The golden light of her halo

is hidden behind her gentle eyes.

When she takes you in her warm embrace

to soothe the bitter hurt sorrow brings,

she kisses away your fallen tears

and secretly wraps you in her wings.

You may not recall the pearly gates

but you surely have been there,

for she lifts you up to Heaven each evening

while on her knees in prayer.

Remember to say "thank you" tonight

to our gracious Lord above,

for granting you the timeless honor

of your dear grandmother's love.