It’s good to hear your voice
It’s been a while since the last time that I called
But I’ve been thinking that you might not approve
Of the way that I’ve been spending my time So I’m...
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Calling long distance
I think there must be trouble somewhere along the line
Cause I’m struggling to hear you
And you say I’m coming through just fine
In my hands I hold the ticket
That you sent to bring me home into your arms
And I’m lying when I’m telling you I’m fine
I’m remembering the nights
When I would curl up at your knees
And listen to your sweet words
Of wisdom and forgiveness
I can still feel the warmth of the fire light
And still see the shadows of your scars
And I’m wondering why I’ve wandered so far
And I’m realizing now
That the ticket that you bought cost you your life
And you died all alone
So I’d never have to be lonely
And I’m on my way, on my way, on my way home
Crossing the distance
I can almost see the lights of my home town
And the old familar places
where the shadows of our memories litter the ground
I can see you on the porch now
I see you running with your arms open wide
It’s so good to hear you say my child come on inside
Welcome home
You can’t imagine how I’ve missed you, my sweet child
Welcome home
