Sunrise, Sunset
Time's Unfolding Embrace: Reflections on Growth and Transitions
Lyrics
Is this the little girl I carried?
Reflecting on the growth of a girl, questioning the passage of time.
Is this the little boy at play?
Contemplating the transformation of a boy during playtime.
I don't remember growing older,
Expressing a lack of awareness about one's own aging.
When did they?
Pondering when the process of growing up occurred.
When did she get to be a beauty?
Noticing the girl's development into a beautiful young woman.
When did he grow to be so tall?
Observing the boy's growth into a tall individual.
Wasn't it yesterday when they were small?
Recalling a time when they were small children just yesterday.
Sunrise, sunset. Sunrise, sunset,
Highlighting the cyclical nature of life with repeated sunrises and sunsets.
Swiftly flow the days.
Emphasizing the rapid passage of time.
Seedlings turn overnight to sunflowers,
Metaphorically describing the swift growth of children into adults.
Blossoming even as we gaze.
Describing the continuous development of individuals as we watch.
Sunrise, sunset. Sunrise, sunset,
Repeating the cycle of sunrises and sunsets, representing the passing years.
Swiftly fly the years.
Stressing the quick passage of time and the aging process.
One season following another,
Portraying life as a series of seasons, each filled with joy and sorrow.
Laden with happiness and tears.
Highlighting the mixture of happy and sad experiences throughout life.
What words of wisdom can I give them?
Questioning what advice or guidance can be offered to the growing individuals.
How can I help to ease their way?
Expressing a desire to support and make the journey easier for them.
Now they must learn from one another,
Acknowledging the necessity for individuals to learn from each other as they grow.
Day by day.
Emphasizing the importance of learning and evolving day by day.
They look so natural together,
Observing the natural and harmonious connection between two individuals.
Just like two newlyweds should be.
Comparing the bond to that of newlyweds, suggesting a strong connection.
Is there a canopy in store for me?
Questioning if a similar positive fate awaits the speaker.
Sunrise, sunset. Sunrise, sunset,
Reiterating the cyclical nature of life and the swift passage of time.
Swiftly fly the years.
Reemphasizing the rapid flight of years and the inevitable aging process.
One season following another,
Repeating the idea of life progressing through seasons filled with joy and sorrow.
Laden with happiness and tears.
Concluding with the acknowledgment of a life journey marked by both happiness and tears.
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