Waiting for the Dawn

We said things we shouldn't, the anger ran wild
You slammed the door softly, I forced out a smile
Now I'm pacing the room, replaying each word
The silence between us is heavy and hurt

Your coat's on the chair, your keys by the phone
I'm here in the darkness, feeling alone
Regret in my chest, I wish I was strong
To take back the moment and right what went wrong

Waiting for the dawn, for the night to forgive
For the light to remind us of reasons to live
I'm holding my breath as the hours drag on
Lonely and restless, waiting for the dawn

I stare at your picture, the one by the bed
Remember your laughter, the things that you said
I hope you're out walking, just clearing your mind
I hope when you're ready, you'll come back in time

The clock keeps on ticking, the world's standing still
I whisper I'm sorry, I hope that you will
Find it in your heart to let go and move on
And maybe forgive me when night turns to dawn

Waiting for the dawn, for the night to forgive
For the light to remind us of reasons to live
I'm holding my breath as the hours drag on
Lonely and restless, waiting for the dawn

Maybe you're hurting, alone in the dark
Maybe you're wishing for a brand new start
But I'll leave the porch light on all night long
Hoping you'll find me, waiting for the dawn

Waiting for the dawn, I watch for your face
Longing for sunlight to heal this old place
If you walk through the doorway when darkness is gone
I'll open my arms...
No more waiting for