The Memories Stay by Amergin
(Tune: Water is Wide)

Amergin's Comments:  I wrote this song originally for my friend, Shaz, who lost her brother in the terrorist attack in Bali. The only way they were able to identify him was through DNA testing. But really, I think this is for everyone who has lost someone through senseless acts of violence, such as terrorism and war. This is by no means for those who died or will die, but for those left behind. They are the ones still carrying the burden of pain.

There is a candle it burns right well
Shining bright in my heart it dwells
But the wind it came strong and stout
And blew that bright burning candle out

My heart stopped beating when the phone rang
I heard the news as the salt tears sang
The blast it shook me to the bone
For now he'll never be coming home

I see him coming through the door
I hear his steps stomp across the floor
I hear his voice whisper soft and clear
As my fingers feel my hot wet tears

In the window a candle burns bright
Calling him home in the dark night
The pain may fade as the years go by
But the memories stay in my heart nearby

Copyright ©2002 Nathan Tompkins