“The Family of STRIDE” Song Words Written and Music Produced by Clement A. Marino
Fifteen years ago Mary Ellen had a vision She could see all our dreams come true Friends and volunteers, dedication, ambition Project STRIDE was born anew
One hundred million phones calls and the will to succeed Children who would not be denied Friends and family helping hands and parents who believed They could change the life of a child
We will reach for the heavens, we will ski any mountain We will hold our heads up high And when we fall we will all grow together We are family, We are STRIDE
I participate in STRIDE play baseball, bowl and hike I swim and ski and sail to other shores I have friends to share my time, touch other peoples lives I can do anything you think I can’t and more
Look at me I am free, doing things I’ve never done before STRIDE is my new family I can do anything you think I can’t… and more
I’m a Warrior with STRIDE and I will not be denied These kids are all heroes to me I know how to sacrifice, give it all, then give it twice To be all I can be I’m a volunteer, I gladly give my time To brighten up a life, set someone free Just to see one smile on the face of a child Is all I’ll ever need
As a parent of STRIDE I cannot believe my eyes Is this really my child or someone new? First I laugh, then I cry as I realize That they’re doing something I don’t even do
Fifteen vears ago, Mary Ellen had a vision She could see all our dreams come alive Friends and family helping hands and parents who believe They could change the life of a child…