My head feels heavy
My eyes hurt
Blinking slowly
I’m holding back

The blanket covers me
It dulls the chill
The waves process and recess
I’m holding it in

My stomach aches
My heart hurts
The orchestra evokes emotions
I’m holding on

Time to get up
My eyes hurt
Heavy are my eyelids
I’m holding

The chill creeps in
The blanket is gone
It provides me with safety and comfort
I’m holding as I do

Cats scamper about
Dogs cuddle on their cozy bed
They are at peace in play and leisure
I’m holding it together

Tomorrow is almost here
I have to put on that suit
I have to button up that shirt
I’m holding by a thread

I’m holding back
I’m holding it in
I’m holding on
I’m holding it together

I’m holding on by a thread