You've been gone such a long time
Searchin' for what you thought was missing
Haulin' some baggage you never could explain
Gave me some trouble with forgiving
I coulda tried to keep you here
Didn't want you feelin' somehow tied down
Knew you'd resent that kind of interference
Didn't stop the hurtin' when you rolled outta town
Now here you are - a little worse for wear
With a face that says you could use a friend
Come on in from the bitter cold
Sit by the fire, warm your achin' soul
Ain't no need talkin' 'bout the past
It's enough to have you near
Enough to have you here at home
Knock on my door was so familiar
Can't help but wonder if you'll really stay
Might be the destination, or just a way-station
My door'll always open for you either way
Come on in from the bitter cold
Sit by the fire, warm your achin' soul
Ain't no need talkin' 'bout the past
It's enough to have you near
Enough to have you here at home
They say Spring's around the corner
Seen a bud or two pushin' through the snow
Come on in from the bitter cold
Sit by the fire, warm your achin' soul
Ain't no need talkin' 'bout the past
It's enough to have you near
Enough to have you here at home
To have you here at home