Beautiful the evening We have had a special day You and me together You're a gift from heaven You have changed my life so much And I thank God for you I lay you down In His presence and protection Lay you down In His arms as strong as stone Lay you down In His keeping In his presence and protection Since the early morning You have made your music Sung you heart out to the sun Now the mist of evening Has laid the dew upon the grass Caught the sparkle in your eyes I will give thanks For the life you have shown For I am so grateful For all I have known And for the love That is yours to bestow In His presence and protection