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HOUSE VERSUS HOME, by                    
First Line: A house and a home are different, you see
Last Line: For you are just as welcome as the flowers in may.
Subject(s): Home; Houses


A house and a home are different, you see,
And on this subject I'm sure we'll agree,
When I reason with you as it was reasoned with me.

A house is built of lumber and brick,
And it doesn't take long to complete the trick;
But a home is built of sorrows and joys,
And the happy faces of girls and boys,
And a mother and father who willingly share
All the ups and downs -- and all of the care
For these girls and boys.

When you enter the door of the house you will see
Everything in its place as nice as can be,
But entering the door of the home you will find
On the floor toys and books that were left behind, --
Now, this is a home, but don't go away,
For you are just as welcome as the flowers in May.





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