MY KING, MY SAFE PLACE
(Father's Day Tribute to Edwin Kumwenda)
Verse 1
Before you became a father, before our little boy was born,
You were already the man who made my heart feel safe and warm.
Gentle in your words, humble in your ways,
Loving me so faithfully through all our changing days.
You never had to prove your strength with pride or loud display,
Your character and kindness always spoke a better way.
And every year I love you more for the man I see you be,
A gift from God, a faithful soul, a blessing sent to me.
Chorus
You're my king, my safe place,
The calm within every storm.
The one who holds our family close,
And keeps our hearts secure and warm.
You're the answer to so many prayers
I whispered long ago.
And every day I'm grateful that
You're the one I get to love and know.
Verse 2
Then God entrusted us a son Shemaiah,
And I watched your heart expand.
The way you held him in your arms,
The way you reached for his tiny hand.
You're his comfort when he's weary,
His laughter and his guide.
And every day I see how much
He lights up when you're by his side.
The bond you share is beautiful,
A love so pure and strong.
He's learning what a good man is
By watching you all along.
Chorus
You're my king, my safe place,
The calm within every storm.
The one who holds our family close,
And keeps our hearts secure and warm.
You're the answer to so many prayers
I whispered long ago.
And every day I'm grateful that
You're the one I get to love and know.
Bridge
When my father left this world,
My heart broke in ways I can't explain.
There were days I didn't know how I'd stand,
Or how I'd move through all that pain.
But you never left me to carry it alone.
You became my strength when mine was gone.
You prayed for me, held me close,
And helped me keep holding on.
You stood in the gap without being asked,
Loving me through every tear.
And in the darkest season of my life,
You made sure I never faced it alone.
Final Chorus
You're my king, my safe place,
The man I'll cherish all my days.
A loving husband, devoted father,
Worthy of honor, love, and praise.
And if I had to choose again,
A thousand times, I'd still choose you.
Because no one could ever take your place,
No one loves the way you do.
So today we celebrate you, Edwin,
For all the seen and unseen things you do.
Our son and I are forever grateful,
Forever proud, and forever blessed by you.
Outro
Happy Father's Day, Edwin.
Thank you for being the gentle man you have always been. Thank you for loving me through joy and sorrow, for being an incredible father to our son Shemaiah, and for covering our family in prayer and love. You are deeply appreciated, greatly admired, and loved more than words can say.
You will always be our King. â¤ī¸