I have been where you fear to go The cost was greater than you could ever know I have seen what you fear to see It took more than a tiny piece of me I have done what you fear to do I did it all so you would not have to Now you are safe you have no fear of harm But it took more than some wish or lucky charm So sleep soundly safe in your bed Do not let troublesome thoughts come into your head I'll stand watch all night long If you stir ill hum a soothing song You are the reason that I exist I love you more than I can express like this

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