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The Speech (For Emily)

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Abigail and Emily
Always best of friends
Sailing on a quiet cove
Singing with the wind

You had a way of doing everything just right
A little voice inside my head whispered
"You'll be just like her in time"

Abigail and Emily
Play another song
Many are the miles between
Where we came from and where we are

Take me back to the crabs
And the creek and the golden shore
Finding shells and colorful glass
We're Defying Gravity for sure

I know nothing's what it used to be
No more wandering through fancy museums
And pointing out your favorite artistes
I know nothing's what it used to be
But I've still got you
And you've got me

Ellison and Emily
Brilliant best of friends
Ten years I have watched you grow
Who knew bus rides would lead to this

May you never stop
Looking for joy in all the things
May you always lean into the light
Even when it's hard to see

I know nothing's what it used to be
No more dancing at prom and long distance calls
And missing curfew and sleep
I know nothing's what it used to be
But he's still got you
You've got him
And you've both got me

He is patient, he is kind
Through it all, he is on your side
Never envy, never boast
But rejoice in this marvelous life you chose

I know nothing's what it used to be
But now you're building a home
And someday a family
Find grace in the chaos
And remember at the end of the day
He's always got you
You've got him
And you've both got me


I know life is harder now
But, sister, please believe
I love you not for what you can do
But for how you've always loved me

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