Welcome to the World, my Child

Welcome to the world, my child!

It's a strange and wonderful place,

Full of emotion and expression;

Beauty hides in unexpected places,

Like the designs of cobwebs

Or the ripples in a lake caused by rain...

Welcome to the world, my child!

It's a great place to explore.

Don't hold back, charge on forward,

But don't throw caution to the wind.

Be kind and be courteous, no matter what,

No matter how others treat you.

Welcome to the world, my child!

Not all is as it seems, sometimes darkness lurks.

For all is not perfect, and our hearts are often dark.

Keep your heart pure, my child, keep it pure,

Follow your Creator who formed you in the womb,

Listen to His voice, and keep your heart pure.

Welcome to the world, my child!

Sometimes it'll feel like you're lost in it,

But only once you are lost can you truly find yourself.

Sometimes it'll feel like you're alone,

But always know that I'll be with you.

Welcome to the world, my child--

Welcome to the world!