Verse 1) Born a Canadian girl in '58, a servant heart from the start, a beautiful fate Met you at Elim, best decision I ever made, through all of life's struggles, our love never fades Married in '80, a journey we began, four kids, grandkids, part of a beautiful plan Your grace just deepens, time changes the frame, but your spirit's untouched, always the same (Chorus) Diane, you see the worth deep inside A rare kind of beauty you just can't hide From the library's quiet to the home's warm glow The seeds of your caring, watch how they grow Inspiring us always to reach for the new There are too few like you, there are too few like you (Verse 2) "Miss Diane" with stories, to kids in your care Reading to your own before they were there A designer's sharp eye for quality's gleam A spiritual vision, fulfilling a dream Hearing your parents' voices, leading your way Embracing each moment, every single day (Chorus) Diane, you see the worth deep inside A rare kind of beauty you just can't hide From the library's quiet to the home's warm glow The seeds of your caring, watch how they grow Inspiring us always to reach for the new There are too few like you, there are too few like you (Bridge) With Tim the nurse, Tiff in her practice so bright Tyler the builder, putting things right Ethan's music and laughter, lifting us higher Their gifts all from you, stoking the fire You made them all feel "I can do this" A mother's true legacy, a life full of bliss (Chorus) Diane, you see the worth deep inside A rare kind of beauty you just can't hide From the library's quiet to the home's warm glow The seeds of your caring, watch how they grow Inspiring us always to reach for the new There are too few like you, there are too few like you (Outro) You're not done yet, there's more life to give Grandkids to teach, making it easier to live Caring and nurturing, seeking what's best Diane, you're a blessing, above all the rest Seeing the deeper worth, the beauty so true Forever inspiring, the best decision... was you.
