I packed my bags, it's time to leave
Whispers of home in the autumn breeze
Mom's in the doorway, tears in her eyes
As I walk away, I realize
Every step I take, a piece of my heart
Stays with you, though we're miles apart
Leaving the nest, but it's tearing me inside
Growing up means saying goodbye
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The house feels empty, echoes of the past
Memories linger, but they fade too fast
Her hands that held me, now waving slowly
A part of me wants to never let go
Every step I take, a piece of my heart
Stays with you, though we're miles apart
Leaving the nest, but it's tearing me inside
Growing up means saying goodbye
And I know, time won't stand still
But the love we've shared will always
In every sunset, in every dawn
Mom, your love carries me on
Every step I take, a piece of my heart
Stays with you, though we're miles apart
Leaving the nest, but it's tearing me inside
Growing up means saying goodbye
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So here's to the moments, the laughter, the tears
In my heart, you'll always be near
Though I'm moving on, you're never far
Home is where you are