Shade

I remember the day you discovered your shadow
 You were in the back garden by the apple tree
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 What's your favorite color, what songs do you like?
 What makes you angry, and what makes you cry?
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 You know that I mean well but I missed your call and I forgot to return it
 You gave me your love, even though I've not earned it
 Because you're good to me and I deserve to see how it makes you feel when I always leave
 I hope that you miss me, there will be time someday
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 Apologize, I'll compromise, avoid my eyes
 I'd rather go back into your shade
 But I'll miss your progress
 From the mess that I've made
 Tell mom I'm alright, and tell dad I'm okay
 Did you get the last card I sent on your birthday?
 I wish that we were closer, I wish that you had known me when I was younger
 And understood the choices that I've made
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 You know that I mean well but I missed your call and I forgot to return it
 You gave me your love, even though I've not earned it
 Because you're good to me and I deserve to see how it makes you feel when I always leave
 I hope that you miss me, there will be time someday
 We'll watch the sun creep over the neighbours fence
 And take me to the garden, all those apples still sway