The essence of life grows from within its roots It gives life to those around it as it gives air to those that will one day destroy it Forever misunderstood, under appreciated, undervalued. How can you **** that which gives life How can you **** the mother to your own children. Siding with the reaper in the war of life and death This isn't a test, you don't pass or fail But you do eat the fruit in which you bear As you see yourself in the reaper's blade Is that last breathe one of satisfaction or regret? Fulfilment or exhaustion? Did you fight for life or beg for death.