Written
by Dotti Holmberg-Waddell
VERSE
1:
You heard it on the news
A child ran away last night
Running away must be so scary
What was on their mind?
BRIDGE
1:
Why did they run?
Like a victim in the night
Did problems get so out of hand
And they couldn't deal with strife?
CHORUS
1:
But there's someone to guide you
Through the tough times of youth
You'll have to reach out to them
To ask them what to do.
Ask a counselor what to do
Or someone you know and trust
But please don't run away
You'll worry us all so much.
VERSE
2:
Communication breakdowns
Stress and abuse
Conflicts you just can't handle
Find help that's safe for you.
BRIDGE
2:
A runaway is unsafe
They're desperate to survive
Sometimes living in the streets
And giving into crime.
CHORUS
2:
Everyone is special
Everyone can shine
People who care bring out your glow
And help you through rough times.
Ask a counselor what to do
Or someone you know and trust
But please don't run away
You'll worry us all so much.
REPEAT
VERSE 1 AND BRIDGE 1
REPEAT CHORUS 1
SPEAKING:
If you are a runaway,
There are free hotlines to get help--
A safe shelter for you to go
So just dial the phone ------
Runaway children are mostly between 10 and 17,
The average age being 14-1/2......
Please don't runaway from your problems---
You're important--Ask for help.
REPEAT:
Ask a counselor what to do
Or someone you know and trust
But please don't run away
You'll worry us all so much.
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