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Here is a song I’ve written for this program.

The working title is “Red Ribbon Day” though that might change.

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Red Ribbon Day by Rickey E.

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Verse 1:

Today, I heard your story, And my eyes were opened wide, And though I never met you.

I know how hard you tried. buty damskie squash asics CHORUS: And the wind carries your ashes, To the place where heroes go, From the top of Signal Mountain, To the borders of Old Mexico Verse 2: Now red ribbons tell your story, And honor your memory, One man can make a difference, I know you did for me.

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