You Were Never a Burden (A Song to My Daughter)

You look at me with guilt in your eyes

As if your tears have stolen my skies

But my love, if only you knew

Every storm was worth it to carry you through

You say I gave too much, too soon

But what I gave, I gave for you

You were never a burden, not even close

You’re the reason I rise when I need it most

You’re the fight in my heart, the light in my day

If I could, I’d do it all the same

Don’t carry that weight, don’t hold that lie

You are my purpose, not the reason I cry

You were never a burden, you’ve always been

My greatest why, my sweetest win

I’ve seen you doubt your worth at night

Torn between questions and silent fights

But baby, your soul is made of stars

And no mistake could dim who you are

If you feel lost, just take my hand

I’ll remind you who I know you am

You were never a burden, not even close

You’re the reason I rise when I need it most

You’re the fight in my heart, the light in my day

If I could, I’d do it all the same

Don’t carry that weight, don’t hold that lie

You are my purpose, not the reason I cry

You were never a burden, you’ve always been

My greatest why, my sweetest win

If my hands are tired, it's from love I chose

If I bend, it’s only to help you grow

There’s nothing I’d change, no second guessed

Being your mom is my proudest yes

You were never a burden—how could you be?

You are my melody, my legacy

So hold your head high, and if you fall

Know I’d still carry it all

Don’t ever forget, when you question your place

You are loved beyond all space

You were never a burden, my precious one

You are my daughter, my moon, my sun