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Departure lounge blues

Let this be your safety blanket, Whenever you are down, You should know that Every time you cry I'll be there, Every time you laugh I'll shine, Every freckle on your face, Will always remind me of home, And when I'm far away, I'll still taste the days we spent, 'Cause they lifted me so high, And I'll have you know, You will always be wrapped up in a warm blanket, Somewhere in this barren heart, Making me stronger against my failings, And keeping me from the stupid things I do, And I'll spend my waking minutes, Making sure you feel the warmth of my friendship, As I feel the warmth of yours, And even when I leave, I'll never miss you - you'll still be there, Every time I think of home.

Odd Couple

Written in my GCSE mock

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DE. Dec. 2003

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