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In 1989 we had a beautiful baby boy born to us, with whom we spent an eventful yet beautiful 2 and a half years of life together. He had many health problems & limitations which hindered his living a fully happy and fulfilling life on Earth, but this didn't stop him from being a wonderful teacher to us all of how to live happily in spite of many problems.

When he was taken from us, I was given this song in exchange (in pieces over the period of about a week after he left) which helped comfort me about his short life & his passing, and regarding the wonderful time that awaits us there where he is now with other loved ones who are enjoying him!

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Once the night looked kindly,
Once the sun did shine
On you, my gentle treasure,
That once on earth were mine.
Once you smiled to see me,
And once I held you near;
But now my eyes are misty
My treasure's far from here.

But I'm happy because you're happy,
Because you're in Heaven, safe at last.
Trials are past, pain is over,
That cocoon's no more your home,
For you, our precious Butterfly, have flown.

Thank God the race is over,
Thank God the fight is done.
Together with our Savior
We fought the war and won!
With victory now behind us,
I long to soon abide
In Heaven where you're waiting,
Over on the Other Side.

But I'm happy because you're happy,
Because you're in Heaven, safe at last.
Trials are past, pain is over,
That cocoon's no more your home,
For you, our precious Butterfly, have flown.

Bridge
[He's happy Here much stronger now
And learning things so quickly.
He's so alive! He's still your son.
We'll keep him 'til you come.]

Once I held my treasure
Now you're stored away;
Once I dreamed of Heaven:
It's real to me today!
And though I deeply miss you,
How faint my grief shall seem
When I come to join you
Beyond the rainbow's gleam.

Chorus 2
Yes, I'm happy because you're happy,
Because you're in Heaven, safe at last.
Peace and joy, love and laughter
All abound in that new Home,
Where you, our precious Butterfly, have flown!

Peace and joy, love and laughter
All abound in that new Home,
Where you, our precious Butterfly, have flown!
Yes, you, our precious Butterfly, have flown!

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from My Heart In Your Hands, released January 20, 2010
Author/Composer: Jerry Paladino

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Jerry Paladino Austin, Texas

I’m Jerry Paladino, international recording artist, singer, & songwriter. I’ve been a friend and follower of Jesus of Nazareth, and for the last 45 years have put my time & energies into sharing His message and teachings with those I meet. THIS IS MY SITE: Welcome to it! ... more

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