SOPHIA'S LULLABY
(For all the Chinese babies adopted by American parents)
(Bob Lind)

Bob Lind - 2004


"You'll make a journey over water"
The Chinese fortunes used to say
Not many trust those sunny proverbs anymore
But sometimes love still finds a way

Out there, this wounded world is struggling
We turn our backs and let it die
But you will sleep tonight, protected and secure
'Cause some one cared enough to try

These tiny whispers promise peace
As daylight moves in from the East

Your little bed is made and waiting
Your golden future's waiting too
Some gracious hand reached through a billion hopeful dreams
And chose that this one would come true

Tonight the dangers are behind you
Your guiding star is bright above
You came a long way over water to be here
Some day you'll know how much you're loved