Title: Petites Still Whispers Verse 1 Down the coast where the breakers roll, Petites once warmed the heart and soul. Fishing boats at morning light, Returning home before the night. Smoke curled gently from each stove, Children played beside the cove. Neighbors knew each passing face, Life moved at a slower pace. Chorus Petites, the tide still knows your name, Though nothing here will be the same. The gulls still circle overhead, Above the homes the people left. Petites, your spirit sails the sea, Forever part of Newfoundland's history. Verse 2 The years grew harder, times had changed, The younger hearts all rearranged. One by one they packed their dreams, Following life's uncertain streams. In 2002 the choice was made, Another outport slowly swayed. The boats pulled out one final day, Leaving silence in the bay. Chorus Petites, the tide still knows your name, Though nothing here will be the same. The gulls still circle overhead, Above the homes the people left. Petites, your spirit sails the sea, Forever part of Newfoundland's history. Bridge Weathered homes still face the breeze, Guarded by the ancient trees. Every window, every shore, Holds the echoes from before. Final Chorus Petites, you'll never disappear, Your stories travel year by year. Though the harbor now lies still, The sea keeps climbing every hill. Petites, your memory stays, Drifting through the foggy bays.
