[Verse 1] By the lake where the tall grass bends, You stand with the storm as your closest friend. Dark hair gathered, your gray eyes bright, A steady flame in the open light. [Pre-Chorus] The wind takes hold of your blouse and skirt, But you never bow, you never break, never hurt. With a quiet smile and a fearless gaze, You turn the restless air into praise. [Chorus] Erika Czajka, I honor your name, Grace in the gale and a heart made of flame. Erika Czajka, steadfast and clear, The whole wide water grows still when you’re here. [Verse 2] Silver at your ears, lilac on your lips, A blue clasp high where the silk collar slips. Dimples rise as the dark clouds roll, And courage wears beauty like a shining soul. [Pre-Chorus] The hills may tremble, the cold may rise, Still you meet the horizon with fearless eyes. No crown is needed, no throne, no claim, The wind itself remembers your name. [Chorus] Erika Czajka, I honor your name, Grace in the gale and a heart made of flame. Erika Czajka, steadfast and clear, The whole wide water grows still when you’re here. [Bridge] Let the black clouds gather over the blue, Let every wild current carry this truth: You walk with poise where the hard winds run, A living answer beneath the sun. [Final Chorus] Erika Czajka, I honor your name, Grace in the gale and a heart made of flame. Erika Czajka, magnificent, free, The lake holds your image for all eyes to see. [Outro] When evening descends and the wind moves on, Your fearless light remains after dawn.
