Dear friends, far and wide,
It is with deep sadness that we learn that President Putin has announced he intends to sign the ban on intercountry adoptions from Russia to the United States. The would include our adoption of Alissa.
We are simply heartbroken. Heartbroken for our little girl. Heartbroken for ourselves. Heartbroken for our countries - that we have been unable to address our differences courageously, honestly, and with integrity.
We do not know what our next steps are. With the holidays here in the United States it is difficult to get ahold of anyone. We will keep you informed if and when we know anything different than what we know today.
Today we can only ask for your prayers.
We pray simply that the Spirit would stir in a loving family to care for this little girl we hope could still be ours - to take her home and give her everything she needs and more.
We pray that, as with all countries, that both the United States and Russia would awaken to the reality that we are a global society. Even the smallest acts have implications for others. We pray that every leader in every country could come to this awareness and, despite ideological differences, work for the good of all people everywhere.
We pray for all children without a home and without a family. May this battle serve to awaken an awareness in all of us that this is not the way we are meant to live, and may that stir us to action.
We thank you for your continued prayers, and words of support and encouragement, they are like gold to us right now, and we treasure them.
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Waiting...
There's not much to write today. The New York Times is reporting that the upper legislative house of Russian Parliament voted unanimously to pass the ban on adoptions to the United States. We are, of course, heartbroken. Now we can only wait, and pray, that President Putin will not sign the bill, either in its current state, or at all. We are so desperate to bring Alissa home, and are just sick that it may not be a possibility any more. We so deeply feel that she was meant to be a part of our family. The waiting is paralyzing. As we have throughout this process we covet your prayers and positive thoughts. As you pray for us, we also ask that you pray for Alissa, that if she is not to be ours, that some other, wonderful family will take her home and give her the life every child deserves. Please also pray for President Putin, that his ultimate decision on this matter be guided by what is best for children, and not politics, and that he can see that not all American parents are horrible - most of us are simply trying to create our jamaa (our God-given family), the family we couldn't create on our own. Thank you, all of you, for your continued vigilance and support during this incredibly sensitive time.
Friday, December 21, 2012
No Words
Word has reached us that the upper house of Russian Parliament has indeed passed the ban on intercountry adoptions to the United States. There are no words to express our sadness and desperation. This is not yet the end, President Putin must still sign it, but the speed with which this has passed is stunning. Our agency, as well as the National Council For Adoption are still working to see what they can do. Our hearts still try to remain hopeful that perhaps we'll still be able to get our little girl home before this new law goes into effect. The US and Russia only just signed an agreement regarding adoptions that went into effect in November! All we can do now is pray that they will allow this current agreement to stand before enacting the ban.
I don't have much else to say. I'm heartbroken. Please pray for us, and for this little girl.
I don't have much else to say. I'm heartbroken. Please pray for us, and for this little girl.
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Dear President Putin
Dear President Putin,
I cannot even begin to imagine the incredible challenge of being charged with leading an entire country of people. The weight of the enormity of your decisions must be a great burden to bear. It takes leaders with clarity of mind, great wisdom and broad vision to make great countries. It takes even greater leaders to bring countries together to work for a greater global society. You have been just such a leader, at many different opportunities. Today I beg you to be that leader once again.
When my husband and I met twelve years ago, we had both dedicated our lives to the service of children. My husband has more than 15 years of experience in ministry to teenagers and young adults. I have a college degree in elementary education, and have spent the last 8 years in ministry to children. Two years ago, after struggling for a very long time to have our own family, our doctors finally told us we were asking for a 'miracle.' It was going to be impossible for us to have our own children. As a father yourself, I'm sure you can understand how devastated we were. With heavy, yet hopeful hearts, we began the process of adopting a child from within the United States. After waiting a very long time with no progress, we once again became very discouraged. That's when we completely, and unexpectedly, had our hearts stolen by a little girl... in Russia.
Through a network of friends and agencies we learned about a little girl in your country who needs a forever family. Because of her special needs I'm sure many families shy away from considering calling her their own. We are not one of those families. I am not lying when I say that from the moment we heard about her we felt that she was meant for us, and we for her. We understand her special needs and are not afraid of them. Additionally, we are fortunate to have excellent heath care coverage that will cover all her needs as she grows up. In short, we feel that we can provide the kind of loving, caring, supportive home I am certain you desire for every Russian child.
Surely we cannot know every nuance in the present situation that has left your Parliament feeling that it must ban all adoptions to the United States. I'm sure there are more factors at play here than anyone can understand. But I beg you, Mr. President, please do not close this door. Please do not take away the dream of a wonderful family for children in Russia and parents with empty arms in the United States. Please do not punish us all for the transgressions and mistakes of a few. There are many of us who are simply enchanted with your country, and plan to raise our children with the full knowledge of where they came from, and honor the traditions and culture of your country- we feel this is important for any child, no matter where they were born. In fact, we have already purchased books about Russia for the little girl we hope and pray will be our daughter, and are even trying to learn some Russian ourselves, so that we might honor the country that gave us the gift for which we have been praying so long. We also hope that, as she grows up, we might bring this little girl back to Russia to visit and see the great country where she spent the first part of her life.
We do not pretend to know your burden, Mr. President. The burden of making the right decision for your people. The burden of making the decision that is popular, and doesn't distance you from your fellow lawmakers. The great burden of making the decision that doesn't create great distance between your country and others. But just as others in your country do not share the same opinion as the lower house of Parliament, so too do not all Americans always share the same opinion with our legislators. However, we do know, Mr. President, that there are thousands of loving, caring, amazing families all over the United States whose dreams of having a family hang in the balance over this decision. I am sorry for the offense of the Magnitsky Act. But you must know, surely you must know, that this legislation does not reflect that attitudes of all Americans. And there must be some other way for Russia to express its deep dissatisfaction with this law without dashing the hopes and dreams of families just like us, and children just like Alissa - the little girl who we are so hopeful will be ours.
We have been in constant vigil, Mr. President, over this decision. Our prayers have been first for this little girl we hope will be our daughter, that she might know that half a world away is a family who is fighting so hard for her and is loving her every second of every day. We pray for all children in Russia waiting for a family. We pray for Russia's law makers, that their hearts might not be hardened against all Americans, and that they might find a more congruent way to express their frustration with the decisions of our legislature. And finally, Mr. President, we pray for you. For clarity of mind, for wisdom, for compassion, and for courage to do the right thing for every life involved in this decision.
Respectfully,
The Letschers
I cannot even begin to imagine the incredible challenge of being charged with leading an entire country of people. The weight of the enormity of your decisions must be a great burden to bear. It takes leaders with clarity of mind, great wisdom and broad vision to make great countries. It takes even greater leaders to bring countries together to work for a greater global society. You have been just such a leader, at many different opportunities. Today I beg you to be that leader once again.
When my husband and I met twelve years ago, we had both dedicated our lives to the service of children. My husband has more than 15 years of experience in ministry to teenagers and young adults. I have a college degree in elementary education, and have spent the last 8 years in ministry to children. Two years ago, after struggling for a very long time to have our own family, our doctors finally told us we were asking for a 'miracle.' It was going to be impossible for us to have our own children. As a father yourself, I'm sure you can understand how devastated we were. With heavy, yet hopeful hearts, we began the process of adopting a child from within the United States. After waiting a very long time with no progress, we once again became very discouraged. That's when we completely, and unexpectedly, had our hearts stolen by a little girl... in Russia.
Through a network of friends and agencies we learned about a little girl in your country who needs a forever family. Because of her special needs I'm sure many families shy away from considering calling her their own. We are not one of those families. I am not lying when I say that from the moment we heard about her we felt that she was meant for us, and we for her. We understand her special needs and are not afraid of them. Additionally, we are fortunate to have excellent heath care coverage that will cover all her needs as she grows up. In short, we feel that we can provide the kind of loving, caring, supportive home I am certain you desire for every Russian child.
Surely we cannot know every nuance in the present situation that has left your Parliament feeling that it must ban all adoptions to the United States. I'm sure there are more factors at play here than anyone can understand. But I beg you, Mr. President, please do not close this door. Please do not take away the dream of a wonderful family for children in Russia and parents with empty arms in the United States. Please do not punish us all for the transgressions and mistakes of a few. There are many of us who are simply enchanted with your country, and plan to raise our children with the full knowledge of where they came from, and honor the traditions and culture of your country- we feel this is important for any child, no matter where they were born. In fact, we have already purchased books about Russia for the little girl we hope and pray will be our daughter, and are even trying to learn some Russian ourselves, so that we might honor the country that gave us the gift for which we have been praying so long. We also hope that, as she grows up, we might bring this little girl back to Russia to visit and see the great country where she spent the first part of her life.
We do not pretend to know your burden, Mr. President. The burden of making the right decision for your people. The burden of making the decision that is popular, and doesn't distance you from your fellow lawmakers. The great burden of making the decision that doesn't create great distance between your country and others. But just as others in your country do not share the same opinion as the lower house of Parliament, so too do not all Americans always share the same opinion with our legislators. However, we do know, Mr. President, that there are thousands of loving, caring, amazing families all over the United States whose dreams of having a family hang in the balance over this decision. I am sorry for the offense of the Magnitsky Act. But you must know, surely you must know, that this legislation does not reflect that attitudes of all Americans. And there must be some other way for Russia to express its deep dissatisfaction with this law without dashing the hopes and dreams of families just like us, and children just like Alissa - the little girl who we are so hopeful will be ours.
We have been in constant vigil, Mr. President, over this decision. Our prayers have been first for this little girl we hope will be our daughter, that she might know that half a world away is a family who is fighting so hard for her and is loving her every second of every day. We pray for all children in Russia waiting for a family. We pray for Russia's law makers, that their hearts might not be hardened against all Americans, and that they might find a more congruent way to express their frustration with the decisions of our legislature. And finally, Mr. President, we pray for you. For clarity of mind, for wisdom, for compassion, and for courage to do the right thing for every life involved in this decision.
Respectfully,
The Letschers
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Not Good News
Well, I just read a Tweet from the New York Times that Russia has passed the first vote to ban adoptions to America. The law must still be passed by an upper house of legislature as well as the President. Read the article here: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/20/world/europe/russia-votes-to-ban-all-adoptions-by-americans.html?partner=rss&emc=rss&smid=tw-nytimes&_r=0
It is not too late to email our President, Senators and Congresspersons. It is also not too late to pray. We will be in fervent prayer for mercy from Russian political leaders, and wisdom for both governments as things proceed.
It is not too late to email our President, Senators and Congresspersons. It is also not too late to pray. We will be in fervent prayer for mercy from Russian political leaders, and wisdom for both governments as things proceed.
An Open Letter to all United States Legislators
Dear President Obama,
US Senators and Congresspersons:
I
am writing to alert you to an urgent concern regarding adoption. Congress
recently passed the Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act and
President Obama signing into law on December 14, 2012.
In
response, Russia's legislature, is considering legislation this week that is
being referred to as the Dima Yakovlev Law, named after a Russian-born child
who died in the care of his adoptive parents. This law would ban from visiting
Russia anyone involved in the case of Dima Yakovlev or other Russian born
adopted children who died in the United States. What is of most urgent concern
is that a recent amendment to this law would also end Intercountry Adoption
between Russian and the United States. I believe it is absolutely important to
protect the rights of every child and there should be a measured response to
the death of each of these children. We mourn the loss of these Russian-born
children with the Russians as they were also dear to us as American children.
However, it is important to note that these children are a tiny minority. Many
thousands of Russian born children have been adopted and thrived in the love
and care of their American families. If intercountry adoption between Russia
and the United States were to close, many thousands of children would likely
languish in orphanages instead of finding their way to safe, loving, permanent
families in the United States.
Now,
let me tell you our story, we have tried desperately for years to have our own
family. Two years ago, after medications
and countless tests, our doctors told us we were “asking for a miracle.” We believe that miracle is a little girl in
Russia – and now we need to bring her home, to her family. If intercountry adoption between
Russia and the United States closes, our little girl, and thousands of other children
like her
will not be able to find their way to the many U.S. families willing and
waiting to call them their own.
Please, we beg you, contact President Putin of Russia and ask him not to
allow this amendment to become part of Russian law. U.S. diplomacy at this time
is essential to save the lives of many young Russians waiting for a family of
their own.
Respectfully,
The Letschers
Friday's Vote in Russian Parliament
Those of you I've run into today have asked me what's going on with the vote in Parliament on Friday. Here is the press release from the National Council For Adoption.
Russian Parliament Proposes Ban in Retaliation for the Magnitsky Act; International
Politicking Would Force Orphaned Children to Pay the Price
December 18, 2012 – Alexandria, VA – Legislation has been introduced in the Russian Parliament that would ban intercountry adoptions with the United States.
This radical amendment to the Dima Yakovlev Law was proposed as retaliation against U.S. passage of the Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act, a bill that imposes sanctions against Russian officials perceived by the U.S. to be guilty of human rights violations in Russia. Among the sanctions is a prohibition on Russian criminals visiting the United States.
This threatened ban on intercountry adoption comes after years of discussion between Russia and the United States to address areas of needed reform, strengthen protections and increase accountability, and better serve adopted children and adoptive families. Recent negotiations resulted in a bilateral agreement between Russia and the U.S., which went into effect on November 1, 2012.
“Orphaned children could become collateral damage in this round of international politicking,” says Chuck Johnson, president and CEO of the National Council For Adoption. “The proposed Russian amendment is a punitive, excessive, and highly unfortunate reaction to a U.S. policy that has absolutely nothing to do with intercountry adoption. The opposition of some Russian politicians to the Magnitsky Act, which prevents Russian human rights violators from entering the U.S., should not threaten the possibility of adoption for orphaned and vulnerable Russian children. NCFA and other U.S. adoption advocates are pleading with Russian officials to do the right thing for the more than 700,000 children currently living in institutions in Russia who deserve loving families of their own.”
Russian President Vladimir Putin, while displeased with the Magnitsky Law, promised an “adequate and not excessive” response. “Banning intercountry adoption is excessive,” says Johnson. “Russian orphans are counting on their President to hear their voices.”
December 18, 2012 – Alexandria, VA – Legislation has been introduced in the Russian Parliament that would ban intercountry adoptions with the United States.
This radical amendment to the Dima Yakovlev Law was proposed as retaliation against U.S. passage of the Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act, a bill that imposes sanctions against Russian officials perceived by the U.S. to be guilty of human rights violations in Russia. Among the sanctions is a prohibition on Russian criminals visiting the United States.
This threatened ban on intercountry adoption comes after years of discussion between Russia and the United States to address areas of needed reform, strengthen protections and increase accountability, and better serve adopted children and adoptive families. Recent negotiations resulted in a bilateral agreement between Russia and the U.S., which went into effect on November 1, 2012.
“Orphaned children could become collateral damage in this round of international politicking,” says Chuck Johnson, president and CEO of the National Council For Adoption. “The proposed Russian amendment is a punitive, excessive, and highly unfortunate reaction to a U.S. policy that has absolutely nothing to do with intercountry adoption. The opposition of some Russian politicians to the Magnitsky Act, which prevents Russian human rights violators from entering the U.S., should not threaten the possibility of adoption for orphaned and vulnerable Russian children. NCFA and other U.S. adoption advocates are pleading with Russian officials to do the right thing for the more than 700,000 children currently living in institutions in Russia who deserve loving families of their own.”
Russian President Vladimir Putin, while displeased with the Magnitsky Law, promised an “adequate and not excessive” response. “Banning intercountry adoption is excessive,” says Johnson. “Russian orphans are counting on their President to hear their voices.”
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While we have no interest in engaging in such politicking, we are very anxious about Friday's vote. We absolutely respect Parliament's right to do what they feel is in the best interest of their citizens, however we also deeply desire that they consider the children this will directly affect, especially our our little girl. Last night I emailed both Iowa Senators, all our Congressional Representatives for whom I was able to find an email form, and the President of the United States. I will post that email next, and, if you have time, I would ask that everyone please copy and forward it to their Congresspersons - and the President, too! The more voices they hear from, the better our chances at avoiding this cataclysmic disaster.
While we have no interest in engaging in such politicking, we are very anxious about Friday's vote. We absolutely respect Parliament's right to do what they feel is in the best interest of their citizens, however we also deeply desire that they consider the children this will directly affect, especially our our little girl. Last night I emailed both Iowa Senators, all our Congressional Representatives for whom I was able to find an email form, and the President of the United States. I will post that email next, and, if you have time, I would ask that everyone please copy and forward it to their Congresspersons - and the President, too! The more voices they hear from, the better our chances at avoiding this cataclysmic disaster.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Prayer Requests
Dearest friends, far and wide, we desperately need prayer tonight for three specific things:
1) For patience. Not simply the opportunity for patience, 'cause let's be honest, that's already here. But literally for a spirit of patience. This is so, so, so very hard. We are so ready for our family to be complete. We've been ready. And the uncertainty and lack of clarity are more heart-wrenching than I can adequately express. At times (like right now) it is physically painful. So, if we may be so bold, we ask that you pray a spirit of patience upon us, and upon all who are working so diligently to bring our jamaa into being.
2) For wisdom for the Russian Parliament. We received word today that in response to legislation that was passed here in the U. S., the Russian Parliament is seeking to ban all intercountry adoptions to the United States. They will vote this Friday, December 21st. There are 700,000 orphans in Russia waiting for their families - our Alissa is one of them, and we want her home. We understand that all governments must do what they feel is in the best interest of their people. But we also pray that while they make those decisions on behalf of their fellow citizens, they do so with the realization that we are all a part of a global society.
And finally,
3) For clarity on the requirements we must complete for our dossier, and that those requirements may be met without further hardship or difficulty.
I am humbled and amazed at the scope that our little blog has reached - we have readers all over the world! We feel so blessed to know that others are telling our story, and we are so grateful for your companionship on this journey that can be so very lonely. We will never be able to thank you enough for your prayers and positive thoughts. Believe me, they work.
1) For patience. Not simply the opportunity for patience, 'cause let's be honest, that's already here. But literally for a spirit of patience. This is so, so, so very hard. We are so ready for our family to be complete. We've been ready. And the uncertainty and lack of clarity are more heart-wrenching than I can adequately express. At times (like right now) it is physically painful. So, if we may be so bold, we ask that you pray a spirit of patience upon us, and upon all who are working so diligently to bring our jamaa into being.
2) For wisdom for the Russian Parliament. We received word today that in response to legislation that was passed here in the U. S., the Russian Parliament is seeking to ban all intercountry adoptions to the United States. They will vote this Friday, December 21st. There are 700,000 orphans in Russia waiting for their families - our Alissa is one of them, and we want her home. We understand that all governments must do what they feel is in the best interest of their people. But we also pray that while they make those decisions on behalf of their fellow citizens, they do so with the realization that we are all a part of a global society.
And finally,
3) For clarity on the requirements we must complete for our dossier, and that those requirements may be met without further hardship or difficulty.
I am humbled and amazed at the scope that our little blog has reached - we have readers all over the world! We feel so blessed to know that others are telling our story, and we are so grateful for your companionship on this journey that can be so very lonely. We will never be able to thank you enough for your prayers and positive thoughts. Believe me, they work.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
We Love Our Donors!
Words simply cannot express how thankful we are for the following individuals, families, and businesses. You all are our heroes, and we cannot ever thank you enough for your incredible generosity.
Chad Gammon
Teri and Kris Voyna
Sarah Wilson from Simply Sarah's Stuff (http://www.etsy.com/shop/Dremnstar)
Tom and Allyson Kendrick
Connie Purchase
Marcie Watson
Linda Hunt from Edge Salon (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Edge-salon-and-sun-spa/278851042150007)
Jason and Linda Hunt from Roscoe's Pizza (http://roscoespizza.com)
Heather Wagner from Heather Wagner Designs (https://www.facebook.com/heatherwagnerdesigns)
Abby Flores from Itsy Bitsy Bums (https://itsybitsybums.3dcartstores.com)
Kristin Hoffman Peavler
Mark Scheibe from Hitting the Mark Entertainment (www.hittingthemarkdj.com)
Maggie Campbell from Campbell Raw Press (www.brooklynbookbinder.com)
Wendy Jo Cox
Amber Hanford from A Cookie Family, (https://www.facebook.com/acookiefamily)
Tim Stolba
The Comfort Makers at First Lutheran Church
Nova Kolander
Dan Kolander
Paula Keesy from My Cousin Made It (https://www.facebook.com/mycousinmadeit)
Nick and Allie Lapointe, local Iowa recording artists
Richard Bruxvoort Colligan, from The River's Voice, local Iowa recording artist
The entire Kolander family
Marlene Johnson
Theatre Cedar Rapids (www.theatrecr.org)
Marie Rivers Rule
Ryan Koester from Wells Fargo Advisors
Sherrie Ilg with Pampered Chef
Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center (www.prairiewoods.org)
Noodles and Company, Cedar Rapids
David Drewelow from ActionCoach USA (www.actioncoach.com/daviddrewelow)
PetCo, Cedar Rapids
Starbucks, Cedar Rapids (1st Avenue and Collins Road)
Mary Kay Grodt
Panera, Cedar Rapids (Council St. and Collins Road)
If you would like to donate, we won't say "no!" To donate items for our silent auction, please email us: marissaletscher@gmail.com. If you would like to donate directly to the fund, please use our PayPal account link on the right, or you can send a check made to First Lutheran Church with "Letscher Adoption" in the memo line to: 1000 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
Chad Gammon
Teri and Kris Voyna
Sarah Wilson from Simply Sarah's Stuff (http://www.etsy.com/shop/Dremnstar)
Tom and Allyson Kendrick
Connie Purchase
Marcie Watson
Linda Hunt from Edge Salon (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Edge-salon-and-sun-spa/278851042150007)
Jason and Linda Hunt from Roscoe's Pizza (http://roscoespizza.com)
Heather Wagner from Heather Wagner Designs (https://www.facebook.com/heatherwagnerdesigns)
Abby Flores from Itsy Bitsy Bums (https://itsybitsybums.3dcartstores.com)
Kristin Hoffman Peavler
Mark Scheibe from Hitting the Mark Entertainment (www.hittingthemarkdj.com)
Maggie Campbell from Campbell Raw Press (www.brooklynbookbinder.com)
Wendy Jo Cox
Amber Hanford from A Cookie Family, (https://www.facebook.com/acookiefamily)
Tim Stolba
The Comfort Makers at First Lutheran Church
Nova Kolander
Dan Kolander
Paula Keesy from My Cousin Made It (https://www.facebook.com/mycousinmadeit)
Nick and Allie Lapointe, local Iowa recording artists
Richard Bruxvoort Colligan, from The River's Voice, local Iowa recording artist
The entire Kolander family
Marlene Johnson
Theatre Cedar Rapids (www.theatrecr.org)
Marie Rivers Rule
Ryan Koester from Wells Fargo Advisors
Sherrie Ilg with Pampered Chef
Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center (www.prairiewoods.org)
Noodles and Company, Cedar Rapids
David Drewelow from ActionCoach USA (www.actioncoach.com/daviddrewelow)
PetCo, Cedar Rapids
Starbucks, Cedar Rapids (1st Avenue and Collins Road)
Mary Kay Grodt
Panera, Cedar Rapids (Council St. and Collins Road)
If you would like to donate, we won't say "no!" To donate items for our silent auction, please email us: marissaletscher@gmail.com. If you would like to donate directly to the fund, please use our PayPal account link on the right, or you can send a check made to First Lutheran Church with "Letscher Adoption" in the memo line to: 1000 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
Good News!
I don't have much to report today, but there is one HUGE piece of good news. We recieved word late last night that the region our little girl is in WILL accept our home study with a few additions!!! This is fantastic news! I know many of you have been praying specifically about this and I just want to thank everyone for your constant prayers and positive thoughts. They are working! So keep it up, and I will continue to keep you posted on our progress.
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Home
If you've never heard this song, you need to go to iTunes right now and buy it. It's fantastic. The lyrics have meant so much to us during all of this. I wish I could tell Mr. Phillips how this song has helped us keep pushing forward... for our little girl... for her home.
HOME
by Phillip Phillips
Hold on to me as we go.
As we roll down this unfamiliar road.
And although this wave is stringing us along,
Just know you're know alone.
'Cause I'm going to make this place your home.
Settle down, it'll all be clear.
Don't pay no mind to the demons,
They fill you with fear.
The trouble it might drag you down,
If you get lost, you can always be found.
Just know you're not alone,
'Cause I'm going to make this place your home.
HOME
by Phillip Phillips
Hold on to me as we go.
As we roll down this unfamiliar road.
And although this wave is stringing us along,
Just know you're know alone.
'Cause I'm going to make this place your home.
Settle down, it'll all be clear.
Don't pay no mind to the demons,
They fill you with fear.
The trouble it might drag you down,
If you get lost, you can always be found.
Just know you're not alone,
'Cause I'm going to make this place your home.
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