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A Parents Address to His Firstborn Son On the Day of His Birth Lyrics by Richard Dawson

The Glass Trunk

2013

[Verse 1]
What rich fountains of affection
Thou has opened in each breast
Flowing both in one direction
To the one that we love best
[Chorus]
Welcome
Welcome
Little stranger
Unexpected treasure
Welcome, welcome
Dear little stranger
Welcome to our house and home
[Verse 2]
Fondly now we look upon thee
And marvel at thy gaze so clear
Like stars reflecting on the water
That floweth through time to carry you here
[Chorus]
Welcome
Welcome
Little stranger
Unexpected treasure
Welcome, welcome
Dear little stranger
Welcome to our house and home
[Verse 3]
But what perils thou must pass through
As each approaching day shall flower
First born son may grace protect you
Scatheless in temptation's eye
[Chorus]
Welcome
Welcome
Little stranger
Unexpected treasure
Welcome, welcome
Dear little stranger
Welcome to our house and home

About “A Parents Address to His Firstborn Son On the Day of His Birth” by Richard Dawson

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