You were almost 16 when I came into this world
Mom & Dad had you first then three more boys I'm the baby girl
I sure have a lot to look up to in you
You're really smart 'n funny with a big heart, too
After one year of college, you knew what you had to do
It's just like you, wanting to help with the war
So you joined the Army when I was only four
This time of year we talk of big plans
But you're overseas in some distant land
You can't be here for Christmas I don't understand
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When are you coming home, Shaun,
When are you coming home?
We lit up the house like we always do
But it doesn't seem bright 'cause we can't have you
In my prayers I ask God to keep you safe
And I'm trying to be really brave
Tell me that the fighting's through
Come home! I really miss you
It's hard to enjoy the holidays without you
But we're so proud of you and all the red, white, & blue
Remember that Jesus is you're best friend
And one day our family will be together again
Wow! You know we'll have a great big party then!
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I want to show you how tall I've grown
And introduce you to my new friends at school
Maybe we can go to get some ice cream together
But I really don't care what we do!
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