NEIGHBOR'S WHEN YOU CARE - Song Page
© words & music by Annie Wilson
from CD Sky & Water, Wind & Grass
Album Note: In rural areas where “neighbor” is a verb (“They neighbor with us”), this word connotes a tradition of cooperative effort going back to the days of barn-raisings and threshing crews, as well as mutual care and comfort on a personal level. The characters in this little song are a composite of excellent folks I’ve been fortunate enough to have as
neighbors.
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LYRICS:
It might just be her cookies
or a little slice of cake
A stop to see a shut-in
it’s just the time she takes
She’ll hold a baby shower
for the children that are born
Or if you lose a loved one
she’ll hold your hand to mourn
We’re lucky that she lives so close
She’s someone we can trust
Neighbor’s not just what she is,
Neighbor’s what she does.
He’s busy with his farming
raising crops and hay and steers
But finds the time to neighbor
with the families that are near
If someone’s had an accident
or laid up sick in bed
He’ll help to get their crops in
help keep their cattle fed
We’re lucky that he lives so close
He’s someone we can trust
Neighbor’s not just what he is,
Neighbor’s what he does.
Our neighbors get together
for a picnic once a year
We meet and greet each other
keep friendships that are dear
Toss horseshoes and play music
and watch the setting sun
Tell stories of the days gone by
and watch the kids have fun
We’re lucky that they live so close
They take the time to share
Neighbor’s not just what you are
Neighbor’s when you care