Life squeezes by
We react passive-aggressively
What if we grabbed it by the collar
And said "Don't be oppressive"

I confess I've been a victim
Guess I gave myself that status
Let my heart control my thoughts
Then the rest was automatic

Some days I let it simmer
Other days I boil it fast
It always tastes bitter
And the bitter feeling lasts

I'm past all of the lying
I want to face the facts
So I can be friends with life
Share a beer and some laughs.