Duet with Porter Wagoner

Writer Dolly Parton

Copyright 1973



From the start I promised you that I would always be

Waiting here at anytime you ever needed me

I love you then and I love you now as I always will

And I am always waiting willing to forgive

I'll be your shelter from the storm my love will keep you safe and warm

I'm a harbor on your stormy sea you can always come to me for I am always

waiting

My arms are always open wide and I will dry the tears you cried

If you should ever need someone darling let it be me

I will mend your broken heart and I'll replace the missing parts

I am always waiting anytime you need me

I'll be your shelter...

For I am always waiting