Take my hand, Father, help me be strong
give all the strength that my body can store
Take my hand, Mother, sing me a song
so my nightmares can linger no more

Take my hand, siblings, all day and night
show me how to play and to build self-esteem
Take my hand, teacher, teach me to write
so I'll never forget what I dream

Take my hand, new friend, with a firm shake
you give me new reasons to care about life
Take my hand, sweetheart, for lovers sake
you are the woman I'll take as my wife

Take my hand, dear son, and cry with me
know that emotions are nothing to fear
take my hand, daughter, and laugh with glee
your giggles are music when they fall on my ears

Take my hand, loved ones, help steady my stride
so I can walk tall through life and not fall
Take my hand, Jesus, please be my guide
for without you, I could not love them at all