When I was young I was frightened by shadow monsters on my walls  I was convinced they would get me in the dark if I slept at all  I knew she was there in her bedroom, so I'd tiptoe down the hall  Lay my head on the floor and try to see under her door  chorus  I was looking for the light  When it was on, I knew everything was all right  Before I could knock she'd open the door,  and I'd look up and see that smile  She always knew when I was looking for the light  At 19 I had all the answers, thought I could make it on my own  As we were packing she said,  "Don't ever forget, this is always your home"  Soon I found a one room apartment  Has monsters of it's own  So sometimes late at night I'd drive by that old house  chorus  I stood there filled with fear, as she was passing away  They said, "She can't hear you now, all we can do is pray."  As I squeezed her hand, she opened her eyes  Smiled for me one last time  She always knew  When I was looking for the light