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The rasping breath, the ticking clock
This skeleton of bones and shock
To pray death lets the pain depart
I feel the angels beating on my heart

Right here Mom, it's 3 a.m.
Let me move the pillow down
Couldn't hear you, say again
You're not a burden, take what comes around
I know the pain is hell
I know you've had enough
I know the morphine doesn't seem to help
But Mom you've got to know it does
*
Mom, the waters at your lips
Wash the bitter taste away
See if you can take a sip
Drink the toast you drank your wedding day
Wish I knew, hope you're right
I'd love to think you're heaven bound
Maybe Dad waits in the light
Can almost hear the angels gathered round
*
Sure, I remember that Thanksgiving
Dad was an amazing man
I know how hard it's been without him
I'll bet he's here now waiting for your hand
Just let go
Fly to your one true love
Tell Dad I said hello
And let his strong arms carry you above
*
What's that Mom, I couldn't hear you
Try again, yes it's true
You had a good man and a good life
I hope I can do half as good as you
Yes, I know, Mom, I love you too

The rasping breath, the ticking clock
This skeleton of bones and shock
To pray death lets the pain depart
I feel the angels beating on my heart