Cut me open, look inside
You'll see all the pain that I hide
I hide it so well
Just looking at me, you'd never be able to tell
Inside I'm crying
Inside I'm dying
My eyes, the windows to my soul
May show a glimmer of the pain as it takes it's toll
But inside I hold it, buried so deep
My pain, my secret to keep

Irrational heart, falling so fast
Hasn't learned anything from the past
Kind words are spoken & I'm taken in
"Wow~ what an amazing guy... wait, how long's it been?"
There's definitely a connection there
But still I must beware
Not a time for too much courage, but for caution instead
Can't let those sweet words get to my head

In your arms is where I long to be
Safe and content, I can just be me
I no longer have to be strong and in control
For just a little while I can step out of that role
In your arms all my worries fade away
In your arms I wish I could stay.

How do I say goodbye to someone who meant so much?
How do I let you go?
Please tell me - I need to know...
You were taken away far too soon. Why did you have to go?
Please tell me - I need to know.
Please tell me because I miss you so.

"Desperate times call for desperate measures"
They say as they seek out life's simple pleasures
Not elaborate things, riches, or gold
Just enough money for food & rent is what they stole
Life & times are hard these days
And for that, the younger generation pays
Some can't find honest work, so they steal
Hoping to provide their family with at least one meal
If only someone could give them a break
They wouldn't be so desperate & have to take
They aren't out to hurt anyone
They aren't doing it for fun
It's done out of sheer desperation
Poverty, homelessness, & starvation are realities in our nation
This is a reality we just cannot ignore
For their leniency I do implore
For theirs & their families sake
Please don't make them pay 30 years for a mistake
A mistake caused by suffering, struggling, & strife
A mistake caused by the desperation of life

In my heart you will always be
Forever, right here with me
Truly an angel- inside and out
I will miss you forever- there is no doubt
I close my eyes & think of happier days
Holding hands, hugs, laughter
Your beautiful smile bright as sunshine rays
These are the moments and memories I hold dear to my heart
So you see my friend, we will never be far apart
I will think of you always, I will miss you forever
Until the day I see you again and we will be together