Loved From Coast to Plains

Lyrics

[Verse 1] Some folks light a room just walking in, Turn a passing face into a friend. From the hills of West Virginia green, To Ohio fields and Florida breeze, Now the northern sky in Grand Forks shines On a heart that's always been so kind. [Chorus] Barb, you're loved from coast to plains, Through the sunshine and the rain, Every sister, every brother, every friend Holds you close and holds you in. Grace will carry you each day, Love will always light your way. [Verse 2] You were a teacher with a patient hand, A counselor who'd understand, A librarian with a story near, Turning pages, calming fears. You never met a stranger, no, Gave your heart wherever you would go. [Chorus] Barb, you're loved from coast to plains, Through the sunshine and the rain, Every sister, every brother, every friend Holds you close and holds you in. Grace will carry you each day, Love will always light your way. [Bridge] In '96 you held that flame up high, Ohio cheering as you ran on by, That Olympic torch was burning bright, But you've always been our guiding light. [Verse 3] Eleven girls since grade school days, Still beside you, come what may. Your family's love won't ever fade, We're right here in every way. When the days feel long or the road seems new, Just know our love is holding you. [Chorus] Barb, you're loved from coast to plains, Through the sunshine and the rain, Every sister, every brother, every friend Holds you close and holds you in. Grace will lead you home each day, Love will always light your way. [Outro] From West Virginia to the northern sky, Sweet Barb, our love is standing by.