Hope and joy are my allies,
As I battle and war my way through this life
The goal? The finish line?
We cannot see it, but it is glorious
It is magnificent and holy
Even now, I tremble at the thought.
We fight against evil, but remain in peace
Our hearts: perpetually warm and tender
For we are here in the name of love--
Not mere survival
I have chosen to fight my way through this world
alongside serenity, grace, patience, and trust
With whom I have made a pact,
A pact that has made us one with each other

They would never leave my side
Nor I theirs