Family Ties

They put a “For Sale” sign
In the front yard, this morning
I know it’d break your heart to see it out there
I hear that old wind chime
And the family's all together
I miss seeing you
In that old rocking chair

We’re all gathered around a bonfire
One last time to reminisce
We tell ghost stories to our children
Like you did when we we’re kids

Family ties bind us
Family ties remind us
We’re never alone
In this life
You’re never alone
In this life
One can never be lonely
In this life
When you’ve got a family
Family ties

I was the first to say I’m leaving 
Now I’m last one out the door
I swear I feel your presence
And I miss you even more

In this old house
We made a lifetime of memories
But the legacy will be handed on down
In the words of my father

Family ties bind us
Family ties remind us
We’re never alone
In this life
You’re never alone
In this life
One can never be lonely
In this life
When you’ve got a family
Family ties
Family ties
Family ties
Ê LEE HÄWKINS