So clearly I have a memory like a fish! Forgot that I already used some of these chorus these lyrics in an earlier song this FAWM. But I guess they just spurred a sister song. And a new mantra for our daughter who has been struggling with school drop offs in her first year of schooling. Lots of tears and difficulty letting go of me at bell time, ready to go home. A real heart breaking moment that had me crying all drive home yesterday. So this was quite a cathartic write, and after showing Juni the song thismorning she was keen to add some vocals. So I hope it was helpful for both of us to process what she/we're going through. She was riffin' lyrics I hadn't even anticipated!

I could likely do with cutting some of the lengthy verses, but lyrics don't usually come easy for me, so I guess I had more to say than usual and let it flow!

#ballad #pop #piano #soul I had a right challenge tuning everything down about half a semitone to get it to work with our out of tune piano.

School can be tough, especially goodbyes, Gimme a kiss and cuddle, make it tight Everyone there, will help show you the way, Lead you to sunshine, laughter and play.

When things get dark, inside your cave I know you’ll shine bright, and you will be saved Every fear, will just wash away, You will be fine each and every day

CHORUS - You can be brave, you can be strong You will be safe, here is where you belong Goodbye to fears, and the tears that will dry You have the courage, to give it a try

So hold my hand, then let it go and in your heart, you’ll always know An invisible string, forever there Attached from anywhere No need to be so scared

You only find rainbows, after it rains, and I will be here at the end of the day, This isn’t farewell, it won’t be too long, Whenever you need, just sing this song,

CHORUS - You can be brave, you can be strong You will be safe, here is where you belong Goodbye to fears, and the tears that will dry You have the courage, to give it a try

Take a deep breath in, slowly let it out, Trust in yourself, forget all your doubts, I know this is hard, you’re doing so well, So much to learn, and stories to tell Find your light, my shining star, Cos everybody loves you, for who you are

CHORUS

Juni's lyrics - My friends can help Together everbody loves me, the part where I'm me You can be brave because I am with you cos I have invisible string it feels good at pickup, I will see you later because I love you I can be brave Goodnight