You love your earthly endeavors
Forgetting what is really dear..
As your reflection reflected in the mirror
Projection...fragile ego and fear..

You tried to be strong for yourself
Bearing the burden you've left..
Scarred your flesh with pride and greed
Never sought for atonement with the coldness you've felt...

You tried to be weak for their empathy..
As you cage your soul with lies you knew
Leaving nothing but animosity..
To you and everyone around you.

We've prayed for you to change
Still your pride prevailed..
For only you, yourself could help you
And not the temporal fancies you hail..