Story Behind The Song

Written for the occasion of a wedding, for the father-daughter dance at the reception, 2025

Song Description

Written for the occasion of a wedding, for the father-daughter dance at the reception, 2025

Lyrics

Five of six, daughter number three
"Daddy's Little Princess" -- That's what they call me
Life was rarely quiet in our family

A man of quiet wisdom, you took it all in stride
You said "Don't sweat the small stuff," "Enjoy the ride,"
" Life isn't always fair..." "Choose your battles well,"
"Live for today."
And in our darkest times you centered us with courage and faith

So here's to the roots that keep us strong
Where we came from, where we belong
And as the dance of life goes on I'll carry your legacy
This apple won't fall far from the tree

From baby shoes and dress up clothes and baby dolls
To Girl Scouts, piano, baseball and basketball
Camping trips, church events, concerts and games
All these memories remain

Sixteen years and counting...still on display
A gift I made so long ago on Father's Day
A tin foil trophy saying "Number One Dad."
It didn't quite look like the magazine,
but you said it was the nicest one you'd ever seen

As its branches sway in the summer breeze,
A tree stands tall in silent strength
And as the dance of life goes on I'll carry your legacy
This apple won't fall far from the tree

Nights at home...Waltons on TV
I loved to watched the trials and triumphs of that family
Times were hard, but goodness and love always won the day

So goodnight John Boy, goodnight Jim Bob,
Goodnight Elizabeth....Goodnight all
Goodnight Jamie, goodnight Rachel, goodnight Jacob, Andrew, John
And goodnight Dad, and thank you, Lord;
Keep us safe until the morn

So here's to the roots that keep us strong
Where we came from, where we belong
As the dance of life goes on I'll carry your legacy
Of love and faith and family
I'm proud to share your legacy
This apple won't fall far from the tree