This song is dedicated to those moments in life that linger in the heart—where joy and sadness intertwine. It is for the memories that made us smile and cry, reminding us that even the bittersweet times shape who we are. Here's to the stories we carry, the lessons we’ve learned, and the people who remain a part of us, even when they’re gone.
Listen, and let me know how it sits with you!
Co-written by me, Carla Gardiner, and my assistant.
p.s. if this song inspires you to want to learn how to make different choices, join me in the Facebook group where I learn beside you; tell them Carla sent you. Meanwhile, enjoy singing along, and the lyrics are below.
Bittersweet Memories take us back from grandkids' laughter to friends we’ve lost. The joy and heartache remind us how far we’ve come, showing life’s sweet and sorrowful journey through time’s windows.
[Verse] The laughter of our grandkids echoes true With every smile old memories they renew From playgrounds to the days that flew In moments small our hearts they grew
[Verse 2] We walk these streets where shadows play The faces of friends lost along the way Their laughter echoes a world away In photo albums where time won't fray
[Chorus] Bittersweet memories take us back Through joyous heights and love’s sweet track From the days of light to nights of black. They show us life in every crack
[Verse 3] A first love’s kiss beneath the willow’s shade In letters hidden promises were made As time marched on each vow would fade Yet in our hearts they always stayed
[Verse 4] We gathered around the table’s grace Stories told with every knowing face Though some have left they left their trace In every laugh and warm embrace
[Bridge] With every year the pages turn In tears of joy and moments stern The lessons of the past we learn In hearts that beat and fires that burn
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I love watching you grow into your greatness Carla! Don’t slow down. 
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"I've known Carla for 5+ years and can tell you that she has lived every bit of this and more. We shared tears and laughs and hard work....you will enjoy getting to know Carla."