I Promise
Composed and Performed by Cheri Potter

I hold you in my arms right now.
I can't believe it's true,
I never thought I'd see the day,
that I'd be losing you.

I hope with all my heart that when
you look into my face,
you know I would give anything
if I could take your place.

And I promise you that I will not
forget the way you smile.
I promise that I will remember you.
And if someone can hold a place
deep within my heart,
I promise that it will be you

I look into your eyes right now,
and wipe away a tear.
The pain will soon be gone for good.
The final moment's near.

So close your eyes and hold my hand,
and dream of what will be
when heaven's gates are opening
And Jesus' face you see.

And I promise you that I will not
forget the way you smile.
I promise that I will remember you.
And if someone can hold a place
deep within my heart,
I promise that it will be you

And though you'll soon be gone,
I know one day I'll see
your smiling face again
looking down at me.

And I promise you that I will not
forget the way you smile.
I promise that I will remember you.
And if someone can hold a place
deep within my heart,
I promise that it will be...
Promise that it will be you

This song has touched me in so many ways I can not begin to describe them. The words seem to have come from my heart to my son. This is the song that was running through my mind as I was rocking Devon in my arms during his last moments on earth.  I read the words to this song at Devon's funeral and it will always hold a special place in my heart.

Thank you, Cheri.   Go here to Cheri's website.

Please do NOT take this song without written permission from Cheri.