[intro with orchestra]
[Refrain] [softly sung]
You are my compass DeeDee — my steady guide,
My sweetest blessing, my forever bride.
[Verse 1]
I still recall that Tulsa night, when fate first crossed our way,
At Steak and Ale, you caught my eye, more lovely than the day.
A party turned to something more, a spark so warm and true,
Eight months later hand in hand, I gave my life to you.
[Verse 2]
We drove to Grand Lake’s waters, and onward through Saint Lou,
A whirlwind love, a bond so strong, I only dreamed with you.
Through fifty-plus Novembers, my heart still beats the same,
The world is brighter, DeeDee, every time I say your name.
[Chorus]
You are my compass, DeeDee — my steady guide,
My sweetest blessing, my forever bride.
You turn all storms into skies of blue,
Our love growing greater than we ever knew.
[Verse 3]
You rode Mister Ben proud and high, always striving for gold,
A champion with grace and strength, a beauty to behold.
I thought you might be spoiled, but your heart proved me wrong,
So caring, kind, and thoughtful — God’s gift to me all along.
[Verse 4]
Two children grew beneath our wings, Chris the athlete and Katie bright,
Blessings from a Thomas Twins party, one faithful night.
From football games to studies deep, we shared their every stride,
And marveled at the lives they built, with love that’s never died.
[Chorus]
You are my compass, DeeDee — my steady guide,
My sweetest blessing, my forever bride.
You turn all storms into skies of blue,
Our love growing greater than we ever knew.
[Verse 5]
We made a home in Houston’s arms, though Tulsa held your soul,
You followed me with faith and grace and made our family whole.
The Woodlands bloomed with roots we grew, together side by side,
You turned each house into a home, with love that could not hide.
[Verse 6]
Our cabin rests by rivers wide, in Missouri’s quiet air,
With family laughter all around, sweet memories gather there.
We share the peace of simple days, a gift of growing old,
Our story is written line by line, more precious than gold.
[Chorus]
You are my compass, DeeDee — my steady guide,
My sweetest blessing, my forever bride.
You turn all storms into skies of blue,
Our love growing greater than we ever knew.
[Verse 7]
I think of Ginger’s wagging tail, the precious joy she gave,
Her unconditional love, so sweet and well-behaved.
Through every loss, through every gain, our hearts have held as one,
What started in our younger years has only just begun.
[Verse 8]
So here’s to you, my dearest love, the girl who changed my life,
My partner for over fifty years, my angel, friend, and wife.
The road ahead is ours to walk, with skies forever new,
Forever, DeeDee, hand in hand, I’ll fall in love with you.
[Chorus] [powerful male vocals] [intensive climax]
You are my compass, DeeDee — my steady guide,
My sweetest blessing, my forever bride.
You turn all storms into skies of blue,
Our love growing greater than we ever knew.
[outro] [piano, violins, strings, drums]
You are my compass, DeeDee — my steady guide,
My beautiful blue-eyed, ginger-haired, forever bride.
Copyright August 22, 2025, by Craig Whitley and Tom Hill – All Rights Reserved
