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There Are Some Things You Can'T Forget

There are some things you can't forget! They say, he's an old man now... you've got to, get over what he's done... What good ... would prison do? If you forgive him, then you've won... I know, that it ain't easy... the scar's still show... wound's still fresh... maybe you can forgive, but Chorus There are some things you can't forget(oh no) There are some things you can't forget There are some things you can't forget(oh no) There are some things you can't forget They will tell you that.... time will heal everything... but, what about... the pain that mem'ries bring? Just keep moving forward, don't look back... throw away the past, don't... let it cling... Bridge 1 Old cliche's will tell you,life is what you make it! (but) What can you make, when the innocence is gone? maybe you can forgive, (but) Chorus There are some things you can't forget(oh no) There are some things you can't forget There are some things you can't forget(oh no) There are some things you can't forget You may ask... If there's a God, how could this happen to me? I've been a believer, right from the very start... He's not to blame, for all the evil that men do... but, he'll help you to heal, your troubled heart Bridge 2 Old cliche's will tell you, life is what you make it What can you make, once the damage has been done? maybe you can forgive, but Chorus There are some things you can't forget(oh no) There are some things you can't forget There are some things you can't forget(oh no) There are some things you can't forget Chorus repeat fade to zero John Derek Hamilton August 26,2017

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Lynn Marie

Date: 9/16/2017 3:36:00 PM

Powerful lyrics with a great message. The unseen consequences of learning to live with the past while moving forward to a place of love and healing is wonderfully conveyed in your poignant, thoughtful words. This is an important, beautiful song John. It is a pleasure to read you:)

John Hamilton
Date: 9/16/2017 3:58:00 PM

Thank you so much for taking the time to visit and comment on my words, your thoughts are so valuable to me.

Laura L

Date: 9/12/2017 9:32:00 PM

Thank you for sharing your gift of words so eloquently. Laura

John Hamilton
Date: 9/12/2017 11:15:00 PM

Thanks Laura, glad you like this one, it is a special one!

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/2/2017 8:39:00 PM

Hi John, These are some moving lyrics. They could be the anthem of my life. Forgiving a person that has abused you takes courage and strength. I believe such courage and strength can only come from God. When I forgave my abuser they no longer had control over my life. One will never forget but as long it is not painful remembering it's ok. But one must get healed to feel this way. I'm sorry I can go on and on about these lyrics because I related to them very much. Excellent job- Alexis

John Hamilton
Date: 9/2/2017 8:53:00 PM

Thanks Alexis, this was written because ones who are close to me have experienced abuse and the effects linger, even after many years. It's true when you forgive you let go of the pain, and it helps you heal, then the memories hurt less and less. Sorry for your experience, but at least compassion for others comes easier after these experiences. Take care and thanks for commenting!

Minda Whiteley

Date: 9/2/2017 6:50:00 PM

Lovely poem. Thank you for all your comments.

John Hamilton
Date: 9/2/2017 8:49:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and nice comment Minda.

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 8/28/2017 5:40:00 PM

Brilliant lyrics, John! I love the message and the flow ... had me tapping my fingers on the keyboard, and tapping my feet on the floor. Great write as per usual from you. Going in the fave file for sure. Love and joy, brother.

John Hamilton
Date: 8/28/2017 8:07:00 PM

Hey Freddie I do appreciate the great comment and especially the fave, makes my day, take care, fine sir!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/28/2017 5:17:00 PM

John, that is a very good song for something that really affects some people in a powerful way. I know people who can forgive the worst of things and others simply can't. WEll done. Soupmail.

John Hamilton
Date: 8/28/2017 8:06:00 PM

Thanks Andrea, yes this was written for someone I know personally and it is very hard for her, so I empathize!

Winged Warrior

Date: 8/28/2017 11:19:00 AM

The hitman hit'ith lol...god bless...^WW^

John Hamilton
Date: 8/28/2017 12:29:00 PM

Thanks Wingman, nice to have a wingman when you need a boost, thanks for the visit!

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 8/27/2017 8:47:00 PM

Someday a CCM chart-toppper, ha! You must have music playing when you write these - I wonder if it's similar to what I hear - I bet it IS! Love it, Bud!

John Hamilton
Date: 8/28/2017 12:28:00 PM

Hey Greg let's hope so, I need a hit! Now if only the folks in Nashville would co-operate! lol Thanks for the confidence boost, and yeah I've got a melody in mind, the cadence is pretty obvious right?

Joanna Daniel

Date: 8/27/2017 9:33:00 AM

True, John, sadly true, especially for abuse victims :(

John Hamilton
Date: 8/27/2017 11:45:00 AM

Thanks Jo, yes sad but true, but God helps us all to keep going!

Lin Lane

Date: 8/27/2017 6:48:00 AM

Great lesson in your lyrics, John...don't look back.

John Hamilton
Date: 8/27/2017 11:44:00 AM

That's right, thanks Lin, I appreciate the visit!