I loved you when I saw the sign
And when we knew you were on your way
So if you ever wonder when I’ve loved you,
I’ve loved you every day.
I loved you when you arrived
And on my chest you they did lay
From that very first moment, until now,
I’ve loved you every day
I loved you when you were up all night
And also when you cried all day
I loved you for your whole first year
I’ve loved you every day
I loved you when you couldn’t speak
And grunts and yelps just came my way
I loved when you wanted to be held all the time
I’ve loved you every day
I loved you when you started to speak
And began taking steps my way
I’ve loved you crawling, walking, talking
I’ve love you every day
I loved you when it all felt hard
And when I was more exhausted than I could say
I loved you through a thousand diapers
I’ve loved you every day
I loved you when you laughed and smiled
And when your tears, I wiped away
I’ve loved every single way you’ve been
I’ve loved you every day
I’ve loved you when you rode the bench
And when you made the winning play
Winning, losing, trying, tying
I’ve loved you every day
I loved you when it all felt easy
And the sun was shining on our days
I’ve loved the joy you’ve given me
I’ve loved you every day
I’ve loved you when I’m yelling
Or scolding or taking away
Even when I yelled and scolded
I’ve loved you every day
I’ve loved you when I’ve held your hand
And you have wanted me to stay
I’ve loved how much you love me
I’ve loved you every day
I’ve loved you when I didn’t like you
Or when your behavior was not okay
I’ve loved you when you said, “I’m sorry”
I’ve loved you every day
I’ve loved to get to see you learn
And find the things that fill your days
I’ve loved to watch your mind at work
I’ve loved you every day
I’ve loved you when you held me close
And when you’ve pushed me far away
I’ve loved you mad, sad, and all
I’ve loved you every day
I’ve loved your becoming who you are
And letting me watch along the way
I’ve loved being your mama
I’ve loved you every day
I’ve never been perfect or gotten it right
Every single day
But always my baby you will be
And you love me anyway
If you ever wonder how I felt
Or if it’s unclear in any way
Please know that no matter what came about
I’ve loved you every day
I loved you from your first moment
And will until my end of days
My darling child, please always know
I’ve loved you every day