Letter from Home
Heartfelt Letters: Louisiana's Love Reaches California
Lyrics
A letter from home came this morning
A letter arrived from my home this morning
And each line on that handwritten page
Each line on that handwritten page depicted life in Louisiana
Drew a picture of life in Louisiana
It portrayed how long I've been away
And just how long that I've been away
The letter emphasized the duration of my absence
Dear daughter, we love you and miss you
The letter expresses love and longing from my parents
So I thought I would drop you a line
A desire to connect prompted this message
Just to tell you how we long to see you
Their strong desire to see me is conveyed
And to say that we're doing just fine
They reassure me of their well-being
I don't know all the people who've told me
Mentions unknown individuals who stayed up late to watch me perform
That they've stayed up way past their bedtime
People sacrificed sleep to witness my performance
Just to see you, sing and play in California
Describes singing and playing in California on TV
On the TV last Saturday night
Recalls a recent TV appearance in California
Your Dad heard your song in New Orleans
My father heard my song in New Orleans
And he told me that he felt so proud
He expressed immense pride
That he pulled alongside of the highway
He stopped by the highway to listen
And he turned up that radio loud
He cranked up the volume of the radio
Are you taking good care of yourself, dear
Concern about my well-being in the city
Are those city folks treating you well
Asking if I'm treated well by city dwellers
If you need anything you can call us
Offering support and assistance
We love you more than just words could ever tell
Expressing immeasurable love and care
I remember when you were just a baby
Recollection of memories from my infancy
The best years that we've ever had
Reflecting on the cherished moments
Until they're gone we'll forever remember
The memories will be everlasting
Love always, your Momma and Dad
Ending with everlasting love and parental affection
Love always, your Momma and Dad
Reiteration of eternal love from Mom and Dad
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