He stood staring at his father who was 85 years old And he remembered all the balsams they played so long ago So he put his arms around him and kissed him on the cheek He said, dad it's time i told you what a friend you've been to me If you love someone, let 'em know If you're thinking of someone better tell 'em so I can't understand what makes us think Out hearts and minds can be read What's going without saying should be said She stood in the kitchen doorway all grown up with children too Watching as her mom cooked just like she used to do So she slowly walked up to her and held her wrinkled hands She said mom, you're the greatest mom a daughter ever had No one needs our roses when the sun of life's gone down If your gonna send a message of your love then send it now I'm afraid i haven't let you hear the things you should've heard I don't believe i've truly put my feelings into words But to me you are so beautiful much more than words can say And if you don't mind and you got the time i'd like to start today 1994 cross keys publishing co., inc.