Veils of Perception

[Verse] I left my heart in the morning mist Chasing dreams I could never resist The stars above whispered soft and low Leading me to places I’ll never know [Verse 2] Shadows crawl where the moonlight hides Echoes of a love that slowly dies Lonely footsteps on this empty road Carrying the weight of a heavy load [Chorus] Lost in the light I fade away Hoping for dawn to break the gray Pieces of me scattered in flight Searching for a glimpse of the night [Verse 3] Raindrops fall like a sad refrain Memories drown in the pouring rain Silent whispers in the cool night air Lingering ghosts of the love we shared [Bridge] Midnight comes with a ghostly sigh Bringing whispers of our last goodbye Stars that shone now lost from view Leaving only shadows of you [Chorus] Lost in the light I fade away Hoping for dawn to break the gray Pieces of me scattered in flight Searching for a glimpse of the night

I was your northern light, a midnight sun The star you looked up to when you needed someone I was a constant, a beacon, a guide The one thing that lit up your loneliest nights Slowly but surely, I’m fading away The night’s come to claim me, I wish I could stay No longer in orbit, I’ll say my goodbyes Even the brightest of stars have to die You’re a shadow of your shadow, down on your luck Burning up stars, and you don’t give a fuck You’re lost in a void, and I know that you are desperately trying to live in the dark You’ve wasted the light I once gave you for free My energy lost, stolen from me I can’t be the one to guide you no more When you clearly choose to live in the dark I was your shooting star, a hopeful flame The fire that burned bright, the one that kept you safe I was a pillar, a compass, a friend The one thing that saved you, now I’m saving myself Slowly but surely, I slip through the cracks The night’s come to claim me, there’s no turning back No longer in orbit, I’ll say my goodbyes Even the brightest of stars have to die You’re a shadow of your shadow, down on your luck Burning up stars, and you don’t give a fuck You’re lost in a void, and I know that you are desperately trying to live in the dark You’ve wasted the light I once gave you for free My energy lost, stolen from me I can’t be the one to guide you no more When you clearly choose to live in the dark As the sky turns black, and it's hard to breathe I'm not the first star you've burned up, I see You’ve turned from the stars, letting shadows in I’m just another star you’ll forget about again You’re a shadow of your shadow, down on your luck Burning up stars, and you don’t give a fuck You’re lost in a void, and I know that you are desperately trying to live in the dark You’ve wasted the light I once gave you for free My energy lost, stolen from me I can’t be the one to guide you no more When you clearly choose to live in the dark You’re a shadow of your shadow, down on your luck Burning up stars, and you don’t give a fuck You’re lost in a void, and I know that you are desperately trying to live in the dark You’ve wasted the light I once gave you for free My energy lost, stolen from me I can’t be the one to guide you no more When you clearly choose to live in the dark

**Title: "Echoes of Us"** **Verse 1:** In the shadows where you whispered, Dreams like ghosts, they linger still, A silhouette of what we once were, Fading light against my will. Through the silence, I hear your laughter, A distant song, it cuts so deep, But I'll gather the fragments after, And cradle the pain as I weep. **Chorus:** But I’ll rise, like the dawn breaking, From the ashes, I’ll learn to fly, In the echoes of us, I’ll find my voice, A symphony built on goodbye. Though the love we had was a fleeting fire, The embers glow within my heart, I’m stepping forward, fueled by desire, From the shadows, I’ll tear apart. **Verse 2:** Once we danced under silver moonlight, Promises whispered in the dark, Now I wander through this cold night, Chasing dreams that lost their spark. Tangled sheets left an impression, Ghosts of a love that couldn’t stay, But in the now, I seek redemption, Finding strength in the price I pay. **Chorus:** But I’ll rise, like the dawn breaking, From the ashes, I’ll learn to fly, In the echoes of us, I’ll find my voice, A symphony built on goodbye. Though the love we had was a fleeting fire, The embers glow within my heart, I’m stepping forward, fueled by desire, From the shadows, I’ll tear apart. **Bridge:** In the silence, I’ll reclaim my story, Let the healing wash over me, Every tear sheds a part of the glory, Of the love that was once meant to be. I’ll carry your memory, tender and bright, But like the stars, I’ll find my own light. **Chorus:** So I’ll rise, like the dawn breaking, From the ashes, I’ll learn to fly, In the echoes of us, I’ll find my voice, A symphony built on goodbye. Though the love we had was a fleeting fire, The embers glow within my heart, I’m stepping forward, fueled by desire, From the shadows, I’ll tear apart. **Outro:** So here’s to the time that we borrowed, To the love that taught me to dream, In the light of tomorrow, no more sorrow, I’ll find myself in the stream. With every heartbeat, I’ll draw the line, From heartbreak to healing, in time, I’ll shine.

(Verse 1) In a land of maple leaves and mountains high, We manage 19 hotels, oh my, oh my! From Quebec’s charm to BC’s coast, We’re the team you’ll love the most! (Chorus) Passionate people, exceptional stays, With "You Matter," we brighten your days! From finance to food, we’re a quirky crew, In this hotel circus, there's so much to do! (Verse 2) Marketing’s banners flying high, Sales sweet-talking like pie! Engineering’s fixing with flair, HR’s finding talent everywhere! (Verse 3) Food and beverage whips up a feast, Operations keeps things smooth, at least! Finance is there with a steady hand, Balancing books across this great land! (Outro) Here’s to our team in this wacky ride, With 19 hotels, we take it in stride!

(Verse 1) In a land of maple leaves and mountains high, We manage 19 hotels, oh my, oh my! From Quebec’s charm to BC’s coast, We’re the team you’ll love the most! (Chorus) Passionate people, exceptional stays, With "You Matter," we brighten your days! From finance to food, we’re a quirky crew, In this hotel circus, there's so much to do! (Verse 2) Marketing’s banners flying high, Sales sweet-talking like pie! Engineering’s fixing with flair, HR’s finding talent everywhere! (Bridge) Oh, it's chaos like a three-ring show, But we laugh through the stress, 'cause that's how we go! (Verse 3) Food and beverage whips up a feast, Operations keeps things smooth, at least! Finance is there with a steady hand, Balancing books across this great land! (Outro) Here’s to our team in this wacky ride, With 19 hotels, we take it in stride!

[Verse] In the shadows we did roam Brother you were never alone Without mom's touch and father's sneer We kept each other from the fear [Verse 2] Scars of silence noise so loud Narcissistic father proud I had to find a way to run Left you behind thought I'd won [Chorus] Running fast leaving past Heartfelt cries dreams fly by Brother dear left in tears Painful choice endless years [Verse 3] In the night I heard you call From a distance in the hall Kept on running like the wind Regret poisons from within [Bridge] Fragments of our shattered youth Lost in search of bitter truth Hurts me more than you can know Had to leave to let us grow [Verse 4] Tales of broken promises Memories like lost kisses Had no time to say goodbye Caught in a whirlwind of lies

[Verse] I've been floating in the quiet of the night Where the starlight cuts like diamonds oh so bright Endless silence but I feel it deep inside There's a whole new world waiting in the sky [Chorus] And the moon whispers secrets from above In the galaxy I find a hidden love Through the cosmos I can hear their cries Silent echoes of a life beyond the skies [Verse 2] Starships passing in the void of endless time Galaxies collide in a dance so fine Softly drifting in a sea of unknown Wonders unfolding as my heart finds a home [Chorus] And the moon whispers secrets from above In the galaxy I find a hidden love Through the cosmos I can hear their cries Silent echoes of a life beyond the skies [Bridge] Glowing planets spinning tales so bold In the black I've found a piece of gold We are more than what we seem to be In the vastness I'll find you and me [Chorus] And the moon whispers secrets from above In the galaxy I find a hidden love Through the cosmos I can hear their cries Silent echoes of a life beyond the skies

[Verse] Woke up to sunlight in my room Walls painted in a golden bloom Coffee brews a whispered tune Morning fades away too soon [Verse 2] Streetlights flicker in the dusk Chasing shadows smelling musk Underneath the neon husk Finding beauty's gentle musk [Chorus] Colors swirl in every glance Life unfolds in simple dance Moments freeze in happenstance Lost inside the endless chance [Bridge] Rain on glass a soft ballet Passersby in monochrome gray Catching secrets they won't say Drifting into the array [Verse 3] Bookshelves lined with untold dreams Windows showing hidden scenes Echoed thoughts in silent streams Threading through life's pretty seams [Chorus] Colors swirl in every glance Life unfolds in simple dance Moments freeze in happenstance Lost inside the endless chance

In the silence of the night I whisper your name Like a melody so soft it ignites my flame Stars above wink while we play this game In this world of dreams you're my only claim Fardis you're my guiding light Through the darkest hours you make it right In the midst of chaos you're my calm and bright Fardis hold me tight tonight Every word you speak paints a picture in the sky With you by my side I feel like I can fly Your love is a secret that we can't deny Together we'll soar and never wonder why [Cho Fardis you're my guiding light Through the darkest hours you make it right In the midst of chaos you're my calm and bright Fardis hold me tight tonight In the whispers of the wind you give me a sign That our hearts will forever intertwine Your love's the rhythm I can't help but find Fardis in this dance we're perfectly aligned Fardis you're my guiding light Through the darkest hours you make it right In the midst of chaos you're my calm and bright Fardis hold me tight tonight

In the silence of the night I whisper your name Like a melody so soft it ignites my flame Stars above wink while we play this game In this world of dreams you're my only claim [Chorus] Fardis Fardis you're my guiding light Through the darkest hours you make it right In the midst of chaos you're my calm and bright Fardis Fardis hold me tight tonight [Verse 2] Every word you speak paints a picture in the sky With you by my side I feel like I can fly Your love is a secret that we can't deny Together we'll soar and never wonder why [Chorus] Fardis Fardis you're my guiding light Through the darkest hours you make it right In the midst of chaos you're my calm and bright Fardis Fardis hold me tight tonight [Bridge] In the whispers of the wind you give me a sign That our hearts will forever intertwine Your love's the rhythm I can't help but find Fardis in this dance we're perfectly aligned [Chorus] Fardis Fardis you're my guiding light Through the darkest hours you make it right In the midst of chaos you're my calm and bright Fardis Fardis hold me tight tonight

[Verse] Oromoon koo si arguuf dhaabachuun Yeroo koo guutuu si yaadadheen Booda koo si agarsiisuuf kadhadheen Ati abdii koo siifaa baadheen [Verse 2] Kaayoon koo waggaan dabree hin dagatammi Odaa jalatti nagaa ar’uuusfi Egaan dhalashkeen saaluu hin saaxiliin Qalbiin koo siif guduunfachuusfi [Chorus] Gadduu fi Waaqayyoo wal argaa Hawwiin koo si waliin haaraa Madaalii fi fageenyatti laga irra Maaliif gadhee bariiseetti hangafaa [Verse 3] Hojjetuu koo si qoodadhe Mi'aa koo akkattii taane Beekaa koo waan mul'ise Harka koo si godhe [Verse 4] Dilbanni si waliin hawwinee Tokkumman keenya mul'annee Jirmaa fi dubaa simanne Ataatuu siifii umanne [Chorus] Gadduu fi Waaqayyoo wal argaa Hawwiin koo si waliin haaraa Madaalii fi fageenyatti laga irra Maaliif gadhee bariiseetti hangafaa

[Verse] All you who sleep tonight Far from the ones you love Lonely stars in endless flight Searching skies above [Verse 2] No hands to left or right Whispered dreams in air In the cloak of quiet night Hope found in despair [Chorus] Know that you aren’t alone Hearts apart but near Echoes in a somber tone Shadows chase the fear [Verse 3] The whole world shares your tears Raindrops on the soul Some for two nights or one Searching to be whole [Bridge] Moonlight's gentle embrace In the stillness of the dark Tracing the lines of grace Healing every mark [Chorus] Know that you aren’t alone Hearts apart but near Echoes in a somber tone Shadows chase the fear