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Tilly's Good-Night Train

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Part 1

Evening had come. The story began in a quiet country railway at dusk. Tilly rings one soft bell at the first station. The evening felt soft and quiet around them.

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Tilly's Good-Night Train

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Part 1

Evening had come. The story began in a quiet country railway at dusk. Tilly rings one soft bell at the first station. The evening felt soft and quiet around them.

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Part 2

A rabbit rides to Clover Stop. That gentle moment helped everything feel ready for rest.

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Part 3

A duck rides to Pond Stop. There was no need to rush, so the little friend moved slowly.

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Part 4

A lamb rides to Meadow Stop. The calm sound made everything feel safe and cozy.

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Part 5

Tilly checks that every passenger is home. Soon, the busy part of the day was almost done.

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Part 6

She rolls into her shed and lets her engine grow quiet. With one last peaceful step, bedtime was near.

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Part 7

Tilly felt peaceful and ready to rest. The little adventure helped Tilly learn about helping everyone arrive home safely. Good night, Tilly.

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Tilly's Good-Night Train

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Intro

Chug so softly, bell so light.
Tilly takes her friends home tonight.

Verse 1

At the first stop, one bell rings.
Rabbit rides with sleepy things.
Tilly rolls to Clover Stop.
Rabbit waves and gives one hop.

Chorus

Ride home, ride home, safe and slow.
Tilly knows just where to go.
One more stop beneath the moon,
Every friend will be home soon.

Verse 2

Duck rides next to quiet Pond.
Lamb rides to the Meadow beyond.
Tilly checks the seats with care.
Every sleepy friend is there.

Chorus

Ride home, ride home, safe and slow.
Tilly knows just where to go.
One more stop beneath the moon,
Every friend will be home soon.

Bridge

Rabbit, Duck, and Lamb are home.
Tilly does not need to roam.
Into her shed she rolls at last.
Her busy engine quiets fast.

Final Chorus

Home now, home now, safe and slow.
No more stops and no more go.
Bell is still beneath moonlight.
Tilly's train rests for the night.

Outro

One soft click, then all is still.
Good night, Tilly by the hill.

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