You Are My Sunshine (Social Distancing Version)

Tune: You Are My Sunshine

Adapted by Kate Reynolds the Lavender Librarian

You are my sunshine, my special sunshine
You make me happy, when skies are gray
I hope you know, child, how much I love you
And it’s love that keeps me away

The other night dear, as I was sleeping
I dreamt I held you in my arms
When I awoke, love, I was mistaken
And I was so relieved that I cried

You are my sunshine, my special sunshine
I think of you all through my day
And though I love you, I will not hold you
But, child, it’s love that keeps me away

You are my sunshine, my cherished sunshine
And you are loved and oh so kind
I hope you know, child, how much I love you
And that you’re always on my mind

And when the sun shines I see your smile, love
Or if there’s rain, hail, or even snow!
I hope you know, child how much I love you
My love surrounds you wherever you go