Shade

I remember the day you discovered your shadow You were in the back garden by the apple tree What's your favorite color, what songs do you like? What makes you angry, and what makes you cry? 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 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 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