To "My Lovely" Wife...
[Intro piano instrumental]
[Verse 1]
There are no words that I can say
To tell you how I feel today
[Chorus]
But... Thank you for loving me
...Thank you for loving me!
[Verse 2]
When our eyes first met, was then I knew
You were for me and I was for you
[Chorus]
I... Thank you for loving me
...Thank you for loving me!
[Verse 3]
We've had our trials, but we made it through
You loving me and me loving you...
[Chorus]
So... Thank you for loving me
...Thank you for loving me!
[Bridge Emotional Shift]
Through the years and through the days
I can count the many ways
You made me feel the joy of life
I’m so grateful that you are my wife
[Chorus Climactic]
And... Thank you for loving me
Thank you so much
The warmth of your heart, the warmth of your touch
Have carried me through the trying times
When life was uncertain, things did not rhyme
[verse 4]
As seasons change and time moves on
Our love remains, forever strong
So here and now, with all I am
thank you "my Lovely", for holding my hand!
[Chorus]
Oh... Thank you for loving me
...Thank you for loving me!
[verse 5]
I’ve learned from you what love can be
A steady flame, our destiny
No words could ever quite convey
The love I feel for you each day
[Outro]
Thank you for loving me. -- Jill!
...This is Our Story
[Intro ]
[Verse 1 – Female]
We were young, but we were certain,
Said "I do" behind the curtain
Of a life we could not foresee
Our hearts joined together… We.
[Verse 2 – Male]
The road ahead was winding,
But we both kept on deciding,
Every morning, rain or shine—
We chose each other, every time.
[Chorus – Duet]
The times we laughed, the tears we shed,
Never angry when we went to bed.
The quiet, the mess, the kiss good night—
What we’ve built felt so right.
It wasn’t perfect, but it was just true,
And we’re still here, saying "I love you.
"
Through all the challenges, all the fuss,
We’re still… together. Still us.
[Verse 3 – Female]
We made mistakes, but they were few,
And worked them out, just me and you.
Somehow we found a way—
To let love speak, and to stay.
[Verse 4 – Male]
If we broke things, we did the mending,
Learned that love was never-ending.
Not with night too long or words too rough—
We held on close, and that was enough.
[Chorus –Duet]
It’s the quiet talks, the making of toast,
The way we’ve learned what matters most.
The kids, the bills, the dancing slow—
The quiet joy we’ve come to know.
Our hearts stayed strong through thick and thin,
When life let us down, we’d find a win.
Through all the trials and all the fuss,
We’re still… together. Still us.
[Bridge – Male & Female trading lines]
We didn’t just love, we learned how to share,
To bend without breaking, to give not just taking.
If we could do it all over again —
We’d still choose us, just as we did then.
[Final Chorus –Duet]
It’s the promise we made, not just once, but again,
Through every chapter, joy and pain.
The smiles, the tears, the dust on the rug,
The warmth of together, the weight of a hug.
We never needed a fairytale, just us,
And we’re still thankful to still be in love.
Through all the years, through all the fuss,
We’re still… together. Still us.
[Outro Piano]
Tells the story about love, forgiveness
and remembering what's important.
[Intro ]
[Verse 1]
We’ve said some things... we can’t unsay —
Wounds unhealed... that block the way.
A wall of silence... nowhere to hide —
Locked behind... our wounded pride.
I can see... the pain within your eyes —
I don’t want to lose... what I most prize.
[Pre-Chorus]
Let’s lay it down... the blame, the fight —
What’s the point... of being right?
When holding on... just pulls us down —
Let’s both reach... for higher ground.
[Chorus]
Let it go... let the past fall away —
Like rains... of yesterday.
Let it go... the anger... the shame —
Feel my love... when I call your name.
After all... that we’ve been through —
All I want... is me and you.
[Verse 2]
You were waiting... for me to change —
I was waiting... for you to explain.
The waiting game... is never wise —
It’s just anger... in disguise.
No more keeping score... tonight —
Let’s choose love... and hold on tight.
[Pre-Chorus]
Let’s be stronger... than regret —
The future’s not... been written yet.
Forgiveness is... the bridge we need —
Allow our hearts... to take the lead.
[Chorus]
Let it go... let the past fall away —
Like the rains... of yesterday.
Let it go... the anger... the shame —
Feel my love... when I call your name.
After all... that we’ve been through —
All I want... is me and you.
[Bridge]
Every scar... a story said —
But keep the anger... from our bed.
Let the healing... start tonight —
Love can turn... the wrong to right.
[Final Chorus]
Let it go... let it all fade to dust —
We’re stronger... than a broken trust.
Let forgiveness... lead the way —
And love be all... we ever say.
'Cause through it all... I’ve learned —
Love is sweeter... when it’s earned.
A Song About Everlasting Love
Transcending Life and Time.
[Intro ]
[Verse 1]
Here we are... hand in hand...
As time slips through... the glass of sand.
Though love is strong... life is short...
One day... we’ll be... where time is not.
It’s a mystery... what lies ahead...
But I cannot believe... that love is dead.
[Chorus]
Beyond the veil... I feel and trust...
Loved ones wait... for all of us.
A world unseen... yet ever near...
Where love brings hope... and conquers fear.
If I leave first... don’t be amiss —
I hope to be... in total bliss.
Love everlasting... deep and true...
Beyond the veil... I’ll wait for you.
[Verse 2]
We’ve built a life... together here...
A thousand laughs... and moments dear.
And though the end... feels far too near...
A soft voice... whispers... in my ear—
Yet... no one knows... what lies in store...
Still... I hope... for something more.
[Chorus]
Beyond the veil... I feel and trust...
That love won't fade... and turn to dust.
A sacred place... with skies of blue...
Where all our faith... and hope... come true.
When I move on... do not forsake —
Keep the faith... for heaven’s sake.
Love everlasting... pulling through...
Beyond the veil... I’ll wait for you.
[Bridge]
So when you feel... the silence call...
Know I’m there... not far at all.
I’ll wait for you... where stars are born —
In love’s embrace... forever strong.
[Chorus]
Beyond the veil... I feel and trust...
Loved ones wait... for all of us.
A world unseen... yet ever near...
Where love brings hope... and conquers fear.
If I leave first... don’t be amiss —
I hope to be... in total bliss.
Love everlasting... deep and true...
Beyond the veil... I’ll wait for you.
[Outro Piano]
This instrumental called Whispers of Forever is a placeholder for
The Wedding Song written especially for Alexis and Trey will be released September 20, 2025.
Inspired by the novel Paradox. Almost Love
is a deeply introspective ballad drawn from Carla's perspective.
The song captures her inner reckoning.
[Intro]
Ooooh… oooh… oooh…
Whooo…
[Verse 1]
Things are not always... what they seem
I thought I loved — but chased a dream
I held you close... but arms apart
You gave me love — I gave you art
I learned to smile... I never broke
Said words not meant — just spoke
I claimed I cared — I played the part
But never... let you see my heart
[Verse 2]
I told myself... that I was tough
Your loving me... would be enough
I blamed the world... for what I lacked
And never once... did I look back
You asked for truth — I gave you lies
Deceit was hidden... in my eyes
But now alone... the veil is thin
I see what’s lost... what could have been
[Pre-Chorus]
We were close... so close… too real
But I was numb... I could not feel
You were love — I was afraid
Of giving more... than I portrayed
[Chorus]
We fit together... like a glove
I told myself... that this was love
I chased the need... to feel adored
But left your heart... needing more
Now the silence... says it all
I watched you rise — I let us fall
[Verse 3]
If I could turn... regret to love
By finding words... sent from above
You saw the me... I tried to hide
I see it now — I should have tried
But maybe love... was never mine
Not then, not now — not by design
Now, I long... for what could’ve been
That moment lost... won’t come again
[Outro – soft humming]
Ooooh… oooh… almost…
Ooooh… whooo…
From the novel Oh, Nantucket. September Rain
reflects Danny's feelings after the summer of 1942.
[Piano Intro]
[Verse]
In the warmth we met on summer shores
Whispered secrets beneath the starry skies
Footprints fading on sands and moors
A foreshadowing of our loves demise
[Verse 2]
Bon fired nights were ours
Gentle breezes sang our song
Now the sky is full of showers
Rain hides the places we belong
[Chorus]
September rain falls from above
Washing away the warmth of love
Memories locked in drops explain
Heartbreak hidden in September rain
[Bridge]
Laughter echoed in the summer breeze
Now it’s silenced by a heavy mist
Every droplet’s a painful tease
Of sweet moments that are missed
[Verse 3]
Cold rain trickles down my face
Disguising tears that won't abate
Summer love once embrace'd'
Vanished by an act of fate
[Chorus]
September rain falls from above
Washing away the warmth of love
Memories locked in drops explain
Heartbreak hidden in September rain
[piano Outro]
A 2024 Christmas Card tells the story of how a person's perspective about the joy of Christmas changes with each stage of life.
Intro
(Gentle piano chords and bells playing a soft melody.)
[Verse 1]
Christmas means so many things, as life unfolds its pages,
The feeling grows, the meaning shifts, across the many stages.
As a child, it’s toys and cheer, bright mornings filled with wonder,
Dolls and skates and bikes to ride, while outside it's snowed under.
[Verse 2]
In our teens, the focus changes to gifts that spark delight,
Music, clothes, and secret dreams beneath the tree at night.
Then we grew up, and so did Christmas, love became the treasure,
Sharing moments, giving thanks, became the lasting pleasure.
[Bridge]
Then in twilight years, we pause to see life’s winding ways,
Reflecting on our faith and love, through countless Christmas days.
Grandkids laugh and question “why,” their wonder warms the heart,
A time for joy, for family ties, where magic plays its part.
[Interlude]
Merry Christmas, joy to you,
Faith and love the whole year through.
Merry Christmas, warm and bright,
Peace on earth this holy night.
(Repeat once with slight variation)
[Verse 3]
Through every stage, one truth remains: love lights the holiday,
A season filled with peace and hope that never fades away.
Faith and family, friends we hold, these gifts will always stay,
Yes, the meaning of Christmas fills each passing day.
[Outro]
Merry Christmas, joy to you,
Faith and love the whole year through.
(Repeat to fade with Christmas bells and choir singing)
A nostalgic song of love and rememberence.
2025's Christmas Card to be released Dec. 15, 2025
Song is based on an old Cape Verdean saying,
"laugh today, cry tomorrow". Explained in the novel,
Oh Nantucket.
[Verse 1]
A timeless view of love and sorrow...
One never knows what'll happen tomorrow
Winning highs and striking lows
No one knows which winds will blow
They say, Laugh today, cry tomorrow
Hope is somethin' we can only borrow
[Verse 2]
The joy we know can quickly fade
Thwarting all the plans we've made
Life can also turn around
Making changes so profound
A sunny sky, a sudden rain
A whispered joy, a shouted pain
[Chorus]
Live life today and worry not
Give it all the give you've got
The winds may shift, the tides may turn
But hearts will heal, with lessons learned
So dance beneath the changing skies
Embrace each moment 'fore it flies
Dee-ah dee sah-bee, make that the day
Let joy not sorrow light the way
[Verse 3]
The morning sun, the evening shade
The memories of mistakes we've made
But every fall, a chance to rise
A thousand dreams behind our eyes
Hold to love, release the pain
Through loss, there's something gained
[Chorus]
Live life today and worry not
Give it all the give you've got
The winds may shift, the tides may turn
But hearts will heal, with lessons learned
So dance beneath the changing skies
Embrace each moment 'fore it flies
Dee-ah dee sah-bee, make that the day
Let joy not sorrow light the way
[Bridge]
Though shadows stretch, and tears may fall
There’s beauty in the rise and fall
A fragile thread, yet strong and true
It’s life, and it belongs to you
[Chorus]
Live life today and worry not
Give it all the give you've got
The winds may shift, the tides may turn
But hearts will heal, with lessons learned
So dance beneath the changing skies
Embrace each moment 'fore it flies
Dee-ah dee sah-bee, make that the day
Let joy not sorrow light the way
This is Sally's Song. From the novel of the same name, written and recorded by Sally's sister-in-law, Hannah Bigelow, seen pictured here.
In shadows deep, where secrets swell,
Your story rises, a tale to tell.
Like the tide, it ebbs and flows
Thoughts are lost, where? no one knows.
Oh, Sally, in your eyes, storms have danced,
Against the surging tides, you've pranced.
From the bridge, to waters deep,
Into the arms of those who keep.
Beneath the surface, where darkness hides,
Your soul fights on, where hope resides.
Misunderstood by the world outside,
Your will stands strong… not denied.
Oh, Sally, with every fall, you've risen,
With every call, you've listened.
From the depths, your mind is drawn,
A renewed light, a strength reborn.
Through the pain, a lesson learned,
In every loss, a victory earned.
Society's gaze, you bravely faced,
In your quest, a truth embraced.
Now, beyond your mind's encase,
You feel at peace in your grace.
Life's music, now yours to lead,
With your melody, a spirit freed.
So, here's to Sally, and your song,
A transit long, a spirit strong.
May your story, filled with pride,
Inspire other souls, to brave the ride.
Original Lyrics by Peter M. Browne--Music generated using Audacity/Suno