What is my aim, why am I living this life?
Sometimes I question the meaning of this existence
It burns like the tip of a survival knife
With some unusual sparks of brilliance

I believe that it is up to us to find meaning
Some believe that life is about merely reproducing, others about improving
For some, pleasure is the ultimate evil, and for others, pleasure is a reason to live
I find my meaning within those brief moments, where the clouds of the world fade away and a beautiful ray of light shines

When I say my aim, I could say that I want to graduate school, get into a great college
Build a muscular body, some social skills, and some clout
Become rich and gain in knowledge
Without deeper meaning though, these perks will merely be façade, covering a drought

Today, I am that drought
It’s just that I don’t have a mirage for my desert in the form of looks, fame, or status
My face is consistently breaking out
Seeping through my flimsy skin apparatus

My aim is to acknowledge my scars, those fundamental flaws
Develop a sense of focus and purpose
If my young self were to see me now, would I be able to cover myself in gauze
Or would they see right through my *******, call it a circus

Hi Dad,
I just wanted to write this to let you know how much you mean to me
I’m not a very open or expressive person by nature
But on this fine day, I wanted to open up my heart to you and let you know how I’ve been feeling
Sometimes we only truly recognize the value of things when we’re about to lose them

About two weeks ago, I thought my life was collapsing
The imminent threat of your demise shook me from within
I often run away from the way I actually feel
For the first time in my life, this was something I couldn’t run away from

You have been there for me since the beginning of my existence
From my first breaths to my journey back to the US
Life hasn’t been fair to you
But you are the gift that keeps on giving

I’ve met many people in life, some of extraordinary caliber
I’ve looked up to many celebrities, just hoping for a chance to meet them
In not one of them have I seen such a capacity to handle other people
You take the world’s blows while giving back more and more

I’m mesmerized by your work ethic and astounded by your grit
Though you’re quick to get angry, your empathy is ceaseless
I wish you all the best in your next life
Honestly, I don’t deserve you, and you don’t deserve this existence

I’m an atheist, so I don’t believe in any higher power
Nevertheless, I see you as the source of my power
Aside from being my creator, you’ve been my source of nurturing
Without you, the world felt like it had lost its meaning

I’m a firm believer in nihilism, the philosophy that there is no meaning to life
In the wake of your ambulance ride, I found my purpose and meaning
Maybe life has no meaning logically, but in my heart, you really matter
I can hide from the world, but not hide from myself

I gave up on my self long ago, but you kept pushing me
So far and so hard that you almost lost yourself
Thanks to you, I’ve had an epiphany on my life
What on earth have I been doing

I feel like I’ve made this a little too dark and existential
So let’s lighten the mood a bit
I’ve seen a lot in your wake
Nothing has amazed me more than your enthusiasm

When it comes to carrying out tasks, you execute them with absolute persistence
Nothing seems to stop you, not even your own body, it seems
You are the foundation of the tree
No matter how much I chop off, you keep growing

So today on this momentous occasion, I come to show my gratitude
I’m quite self-centered and egotistical, so this doesn’t really come naturally to me
Thank you for all that you keep doing
And thank you for being the wake-up call in my life that I absolutely needed

Happy Father’s Day, Sanjeev
I hope that you spend the rest of your life in extreme bliss and happiness
You deserve more credit than you can think of
I just hope one day I can live up to your legacy

We all feel down and lonely
A pandemic is on the loose
It’s called COVID-19
Our leaders seem obtuse

Originated in China
Took the world by storm
Made doomsday a reality
Spread like a thunderstrorm

This is the world we live in
This is our reality
A small cough can go a long
way
Causing a tragedy

This is a collapse of society
This is a recession
The collapse of world
markets
The new great depression

Trapped inside
Feel the world’s about to end
Terrified
Of what will happen next

Great divide
Among our countrymen
Amplified
The threat of apocalypse

As we stay home in
quarantine
Contemplating the spread of
corona
The truth becomes clear to
us
We are a persona

One of greed and cruelty
And irresponsibility
The environment healing
from abuse
Ordained for “civility”

Life is all about relationships
Symbiosis helps both people
But in the environment and
politics
What happened to our
principles

The have-nots suffer as the
haves hoard
Some stay home while
others don’t
Medical doctors fight an
uphill battle
Our politicians simply won’t

Trapped inside
Feel the world’s about to end
Terrified
Of what will happen next

Feel defied
As we fail to adopt measures
Fully supplied
In anticipation of the crisis
Trapped inside
Hoping we win this war
Petrified
Of the scary possibilities

Fortified
From the pathogens around
Worldwide
We will vanquish this disease

As things seem to get worse
We must remain in our
bunker
Separate truth from
conspiracy
Never succumb to divide and
conquer

When this neo-apocalypse
ends
We must learn from our
mistakes
Blaming others won’t fix this
We will rise above the stakes

You’re feeling down and lonely
Pandemic on the loose
COVID-19, they call it
It’s all over the world and every breaking news

Showed up in Wuhan, China
Like a shroud, a locust swarm
Its a dragon breathing fire
With a breath like an oncoming raging storm

The virus has just gone vvviral
Can this ever be undone
We are on a downward spiral
Has the doomsday we’ve heard of really finally come

We’re scared and we’re petrified
Crisis and we’re trapped inside
Medicines can’t put up a fight
But, grit goes a long way in learning how to survive

Hey,
Now don't feel trapped
Don't you fear what's next
We're going to be strong
From here and now on
The world is not ending

Hey,
We're quarantined
But we know that's best
Morale’s low and down, I guess
And despite all the stress
This is the message we're sending

Stay home, stay real strong
Don't let the virus cause you harm
No more corona blues
Don't let the virus get the better of you

Revere this time, put it to good use
Don't you panic or be confused
We're all somehow paying our dues
Don't let the virus get the better of you
Don't let corona get the better of you


The world that we live in
Has a new reality
Can’t believe a small cough
Could lead to such fatality
One shudders at the thought of gasping for breath
Could meeting with people mean flirting with death

We are learning from mistakes
And we know now what’s best
We will rise above the stakes
So don’t be depressed
We’re gonna get rid of this nasty unwelcome guest
While corona still hangs in the air
Here’s my request

Hey,
Don't feel trapped
Don't fear what's next
We're going to be strong
From here now on
The world is not ending

Hey,
We're quarantined
But we know that's best
Morale is low and down
The test is still on
There is no room for pretending
Stay home, stay real strong
Don't let the virus cause you harm
No more corona blues
Don't let the virus get the better of you

Use this time, put it to good use
Don't you panic or be confused
We're all somehow paying our dues
Don't let the virus get the better of you
Don't let corona get the better of you

We must learn from our mistakes
Nature’s put man in his place
Almost a slap in the face
The bubble’s burst and we’re wide awake

Loosing thousands of lives
Makes my heart just ache
Forget truth or conspiracy
We’re just going to win this war


Don't let the virus get the better of you
Don't let corona get the better of you

Today’s the day
I see the glistening rays
Let’s get ready
For the adventure of a lifetime

Tonight’s the night
It’s time to move
The time has come
Let us begin

Today’s the day to prep for the journey
Many have tried and failed, but we must go on
We must go on…
We must be exemplary

Tonight’s the night to make a move
I see no challengers waiting to prove
That they’re the best of the bunch out there

And here we stand face to face with time
I’m struggling to see the mountain behind
The height is enormous and so is the view from there

I anticipate a long, treacherous journey ahead
Ruthless weather and an uncomfortable bed

Once upon a time, when we were bold and free
When we just had fun and were let be
Talked about growing up, about getting a job
But when childhood left, we began to sob

Oh those were the good days, you see
But now, we learn nothing in life is free
Everything comes from hard work and dedication
Life doesn't mould itself according to expectation

In the old days, we always looked forward to the future
But today, we are too burdened by the present
At one time, little things had so much meaning
Now, even big things struggle to make an impression

When we were naive, when we were young
When we didn't know the story real life sung
When we thought we were very special
When we believed we could cross any threshold

Today we learn the awful truths
That life is really just a flooded ticket booth
Handing out tickets to only those with money and luck
Throwing out others like dump trucks

Life is the most lopsided video game
Oneself is the hardest thing to tame
Life isn't easy, that's for sure
But we are all in this together, we can get through this pressure

Our childhood is never coming back
We can never cut ourselves that slack
We definitely do lack
But we can put ourselves on the right track

We can stay in the past, the known, the certain
Or we can venture into the future, the mystery, the unknown
Life may be cruel
But we are all jewels

Life may be hard, life may be unfair
The days of ignorant bliss are gone somewhere
But the day will come when we will ride the elite bus
We won't be ready for life, life will be ready for us

Everyone thinks that their life is hard
That they don't have that trump card
But there is a light at the end of the tunnel
For those who've entered the funnel

Life isn't so rosy and pretty
Especially when you are witty
But life has much to offer
Even when all seems lost and tricky

Childhood was great
But the rest of our life is a blank slate
We still have the power to write our story
To decide whether it will be one of regret or one of glory

Sticks and stones are cliche
For breaking people's bones
Notable for their ricochet
And the sound of horrible groans

But the same sticks and stones
Were the foundation of civilization
They were Mother Nature's loan
Exhausted without compensation

Used in every society
Majestic and tribal
Utilized by rich and poor
Friends and rivals

Used as pellets and spears
Now cannons and trenches
A cause of blood and tears
Loss of lives and disgusting stenches

Cornerstone of human society
Stones used in roads
Display of human piety
Sticks even used as replacement bones

Sticks and stones represent a choice
Whether to choose good or evil
You can give everyone a voice
Or be the cause of mass upheavel

Alas, the use of sticks and stones
Seems to be about breaking bones
It is a metaphor for shallow minds
Misunderstanding truth to be a straight line

Objective thinking
Believing in polarity and not spectrums
Refusing to see things through multiple shoes
Creating conflict like the pitches of a kickdrum

If we see through others' eyes
We will see the truth in both sides
Realize everything isn't black and white
Understand others' plights

Sticks and stones may break my bones
But they may fix them too
They can be the cause of my groans
Or the foundation of my roof

As I sit here thinking about how time has passed
Wondering how it all happened so fast
We were both NRI's who shared the same last name
Bonded over various silly little games
Never really thought anything much of it
And from there we became closely knit

Wherever you would go, you would see the Sharma bros
We shared our excitement and our woes
Complained about school, talked about Minecraft ideas
We reminisced over the US, and now it's time to see ya
I'm not really sure how I'll say goodbye
I'm not sure how our friendship happened or why
But I know I'll really miss you when you leave
Your absence was a thought I never concieved

Minecraft, Angry Birds Go, Bad Piggies, oh them all
They just won't feel the same when you're gone
I still remember our hopes of becoming internet sensations
Our endless talks on how to achieve our aspirations
Moving to India was hard, but we shared this difficulty together
Like two brave Steves fighting off the wither

I remember our first sleepover; it was a new experience for you and me
Getting to know you better and cutting down oak trees
We talked through the night about anything and everything
Addictively competing to see who was recieving the lowest ping
I had been alone in the US, never really found someone quite like me
You turned out to be so similar, sometimes I think we share a family tree

We always talked about going back to the US and how it was so much better there
And now when we are both returning back to our old homes, why does life seem unfair
We lamented about what all we gave up when we left the US
But never talked about what all we gained by reaching this address
They say you only realize the value of something when you lose it
I have Skype to play with you, but alone I will sit

We often play online, but there is a value to your presence
Even while we enjoy ourselves, I will lose your essence
I hope that you have a safe flight and journey
And will definitely come and meet you some time personally
I hope our stars align
We shall meet at least one more time
But for now, my dear friend Rohan, I shall say goodbye

If there is ever any problem, remember that I will be there to pacify
Be sure to send me a picture of your untanned hands building a snowman
We shall surely make some more memories and have something planned

Alone on a hot dry day
I sit and contemplate
What happened to me?
Yeah, What happened to me?
I was up on stage, rocking that song
Then I messed up and sung it all wrong
Oh, why right now of all times
Oh why right now
I’m the laughing stock of the city (Build-Up)
I must prevail against controversy
So what do I do?  x4 (Rap)


I will redeem myself(Chorus)
I will show my strength
Show those judges I can sing
Give me the mic
Turn up the gain
And let loose all the pain
Redemption, Redemption, Redemption!
I want redemption…

I was the best of all of them
People thought I could win
I began to grow slack
And committed a huge sin
The appreciation got to my head
All 4 judges wanted me
Oh, the direction I was being led
Music came naturally to me
I breezed through the semifinals with little practice
Took me music for granted
“Now what do I do”, I chanted


I will redeem myself(Chorus)
I will swallow my pride
I will sway them to my side
Give me the stage
Turn up the bass
And show the world my face
Redemption, Redemption, Redemption!
I just want redemption…

I will rebuild my reputation back
Maybe even become a national sensation
But I will forget not the importance of humility
And shall not go astray
I will pray but don’t know about fate
I don’t believe in fate anyways
I will control my destiny
And reach the core of everybody I see
Now it’s time for action

I will expose myself to the public eye(Chorus)
Might be laughed at a couple times
But I will sway them to my side
Give me the audience
Turn up the expectations
And show the world how hard I’ve been practicing for this
Redemption, Redemption, Redemption!
I just want redemption…

Happy Birthday Palla Maushi
I wish you a great day and a happy year
Here's a little poem and drawing I made for you
Enjoy! :)

Today on this wonderful day
Your exsistance has concluded half a century
I've only known you for a small part of that freeway
But today, I wanted to celebrate you for being exemplary

One of my oldest memories is of your visit to Seattle in 2011
The DS and toys that you brought have given me an abundance of entertainment
Indeed, while the DS was a short term obsession
You are someone to whom I can share my joy and lament

Your bubbly presence brings light into the darkness
You disrupt the solemn silence and fill the room with energy
When I hear your spirited call, "Zevy Darling", I feel a surge of happiness
Neev and I eagerly wait to make the next memory

Your exuberant attitude towards life inspires me
I hope I can imbibe some of your vibrancy and qualities
Whenever circumstances are adversarial, I know I have a friend down the lane
You are like a boquet of vervain

Thank you for being so lively and cheerful
I hope this year blesses you with much joy

Sincerely, Zev

As this tenth grade year rolls by
I just don't have a chance to take a sigh
Life is taking me for a ride
Forcing me at every moment to abide

It seems like everyone is doing better than me
Anyone remember when life was carefree
At one time, learning was play
Not one of those agressive F1 freeways

I've never been the competitive types
Despite all the Asian stereotypes
But peace seems to be all but forgotten
The college race seems to be a race we all entered in

I see teenage achievers, wonder how they do it
They have already entered their cockpits
While I stand on the stairs, looking back at the beautiful view
Knowing in a short amount of time, boarding will soon ensue

I feel overwhelmed even though I shouldn't be
I feel overwhelmed even when there are a thousand people working harder than me
I feel overwhelmed when I look at 2018's reality
I feel overwhelmed at the idea of being handed the control key

Life was much simpler back then
I felt like I lived in a lion's den
The world seemed like a land of infinite possibilities
Now, it seems like an ever increasing stack of responsibilities

The memories are etched in my mind
My days in Rosa Parks and ICS on rewind
My life has changed so dramatically
Ever since the move in January

My life took a U-turn
My skin got scorched brown in the ruthless sun
Everything seemed to be preparation for the firing gun
Everyone except me seemed to be prepared to run

I wanted to tell my story
Let it out in all its glory
But copying from the passage was obligatory
Everything I read was explanatory

The grades passed on, yet I never really felt a change
My interests were increasingly estrange
While my peers constantly tried to grow up ASAP
I continued living life in recap

As the pressure began to build, I could feel it too
Would I be able to pull through
At times I wish I could start life anew
Maybe waste less time and make an amazing debut

I feel overwhelmed even when life is going well
My nostalgia keeps me from enjoying the present
I feel overwhelmed when I face the future
Feeling that the past was much more pleasant
I feel overwhelmed when I am reminded of my poor dad
Slogging away just to get to see us for a few months in the year
I feel overwhelmed when I see the the fate of a impoverished young lad
Forced to work out of fear

They say change is the only constant in this universe
Change has been what I repel
But now I am on my last verses
After letting it out, life has a reduced ability to overwhelm

Reformation

Remember when life was fun and easy
Yeah I remember too
Nowdays, the stress makes me queasy
My life seems awfully blue

Millennial life is easy, my elders say
Whenever we get into a feud
Yet I fear my life may be going astray
When the college bills got me *******

Remember when school used to be enjoyable
Life was just a breeze
Suddenly the pressure seemed unavoidable
My pile of work never seemed to cease

I'm tired of living in a rut
Procrastinating till my next exam
I feel sick in my gut
When I think about how lazy I am

But what will I do
What will I do? *2

I will reform my self
I will develop inner strength
Show my parents and my self that I can succeed

Give me the pen
Cleanse my mind
And keep me focused for the entire time

Reformation *3
I want reformation

I used to be good at school
Felt confident with my life in an of itself
My body has plenty of energy (S.I unit: joules)
Why is it so hard for me to assert myself

The work is in front of me
Right front and center
My conciousness has a plea
Why am I unable to be my mind's mentor

I sit here exhausted and fatigued
Nothing makes sense to me
It's 2 AM and I am studying the heart's anatomy
Who even knows if my neurons will fire properly

But what will I do
What will I do? *2

I will reform myself
Keep my phone aside
My eyes will be kept open wide

Give me the table
Turn off the distractions
Let my thoughts turn into actions

Reformation *3
I just want reformation

The time ticks 4 AM and I head off to sleep
Regurgitating the roles of various enzymes
I know that the fruit of my efforts will be mine to reap
I listen attentively for the sound of my alarm's chimes

As I hear my phone vibrations diffract all around the room
I come to the realization that my day to shine has come
My shower is on freezing cold with my mind warning me of my impending doom
But I know I won't let that be my outcome

While I put on my shoes and get my bag
I watch a motivational video to pump me up
I dump my head in water to overcome my feeling of jet lag
My mind keeps doing mental push ups

Now what do I do
What do I do? *2

I will make myself capable of excellence
Ensure there is no more procrastination
This is my opportunity for transformation

Give me the test paper
Show them the hall ticket
I will hack my way through the thicket

Reformation *7
I just want reformation

As I sit here with my exam results in hand
Proudly displaying the fruits of my work
I remember that I took a stand
Doing what ever I could to clear up the murk

These struggles of mine are just like life
Some concepts are useless, like studying about an alewife
But each new concept is always nice to know
It might not be practical, but hey it might at least end up in a trivia show

When I feel bogged down
When I've had enough
Life seems like a letdown
I feel like I'm in handcuffs

When I want to thrive
I look around me and sigh
I'm barely able to survive
It's tough to get by

Life keeps on kicking me every day
Got a ton of distractions leading me astray
Stuck between the archway
While my friends are having a field day

After my short break to respite  
I gaze upon the task at hand
I observe the topics and  revise
If I fail, I will be reprimanded

The clock struck 2
Would I pull through
I wish I could start my project anew
Make an amazing debut

There is no other choice
I have nothing to lose
I will have to silence my lazy voice
And pull up my shoes

Go the extra mile

Times are tough for me
I just want to be set free
Life has no guarantee
I feel like an internee

The challenge is great
But my ambition must be greater
I must let my stress ablate
I envision performing at the theater

The end is in sight
My hard work is paying off
I make sure to save each software byte
I hope I make the cutoff

The project IS COMPLETE!
Now I gotta rush to school
I feel my rising heartbeat
As my schoolbus leaves without me

I grab my bag and head outside
Running as fast as I can
I had stayed too long inside
I sprinted like a mad man

Go the extra mile

I sit down and daydream
About the perfect world
My mind plays a joyous theme
The globe shines like a pearl

Suffering has ended
Begin the fun
The economy is splendid
We celebrate with our loved ones

The days are long
Enough time has passed
The wind sings a song
Happiness is the forecast

This world is fantasy but who cares
The size of a galaxy in a giant lair
Can't exist practically but why despair
In our dreams thankfully anywhere

Daydreams, oh so nice and sweet
Daydreams, a visit to your mind's back seat
Daydreams, oh a little treat
To get your mind off of your recent defeat

I lay down and dream dream dream
About the day's events
I assemble a team, team , team
To sort out my memories recent contents

I come back home
Full marks in my hand
Feel like the emperor of Rome
Conquerer of every land

The sun is bright
It's time to chill
I have done what is right
I'm enjoying the thrill

The thoughts are tranquillity no one can share
They are the tonality of my silent snare
My cavity in the middle of nowhere
Is happily echoing of care and flair

Daydreams, so wonderful and clear
Daydreams, my answer to life's biggest spear
Daydreams, my alone time for visiting a utopia
That I will never get to see with my fovea

As I contemplate over life here in Pune
I take out a flower from the boquete
Today for your special happy birthday
I wish to open up my heart to you this Wednesday
Brighten all the hues of dark gray
Connect with you even when we're so far away

Today, I would like to celebrate a very special person
Thank him for running more than all the errands he has had to run
He is always ready for the firing gun
Whether it be in the freezing cold or blazing sun
In everything he does, he is number one
Constantly working till he's done

I've never seen someone more caring
Always encouraging me to be daring
Tolerating all my erring
Checking on me daily to see how I'm faring

In this new year of your life, I hope you achieve everything you desire
May the universal powers work together in your favor to conspire
I hope you get the long due break to respire
You will achieve everything you aspire

Thank you for being such an awesome Dad and once again, Happy Birthday!
I love you, Dad

It's a late autumn evening
All the kids are cheering
Reminds me of all my memories of candy feasting

The folks at school are dressed up
In spooky ghosts and crazy getups
Reminds me of my dinosaur costume

The kids start to arrive
Begging for sweets
Outlandish costumes and getups
Knocking for treats

And as the sun starts to set
All the kids come outside
I decorate the porch
To leave the kids petrified


Trick or treat
Bon appetite
It's a day to celebrate
With chocolate delight

I take a gaze at my treat pile
Growing as I stockpile


Trick or treat
Shiver me timbers
It's a day to fear
Ghosts give me the shivers

As I go from door to door
The scene looks like a world war

It's a dusk, creepy night
Pumpkins surround me
I set out to each house in sight

Rap part

Trick or treat
Bon appetite
It's a day to celebrate
With chocolate delight

I take a gaze at my treat pile
Admiring my huge stockpile

Trick or treat
My hands start to quiver
I feel my rising heartbeat
This feels like a horror thriller

As I go from house to house
The streets are lined with creepy gnomes

As this crazy night ends
I relish in consuming confectionary
After calling it a night
I wake up with my stomach wary

Chocolate delight
Bliss in one bite
Enjoying it through the night

Creaminess in my mouth
Sitting like a sloth
Dreaming of a bath
Of chocolate fudge

I gobble up the bar
One block at a time
One hand sticky
The other thinking of rhymes

I give some to my friends
Some for myself
My friends thank me
We enjoy by ourselves

Crushed cocoa beans
Roasted and liquified
Poured into moulds
And solidified

Packed into large wrappers
Sent out to stores
Reach my giant hands
Delicious to the core

First made by the Mayans
Used in spiritual rites
Then the Europeans came
And caused a lot of fights

They stole the cocoa beans
Planted 'em in Africa
Began refining them
Added lots of sugar

Today, I sit calmly
Breaking my chocolate bar
Aware and in this moment
Wondering what makes them what they are

They were highly divine
To the ancient Mayans
Indeed quite fine
A timeless sign

When you feel low
When there's no where to go
When you don't feel at ease
When people are too hard to please

Breathe easy
Walk out and feel the breeze
Let go when you are feeling queasy
Drown your worries overseas

When it seems like life is unfair
When things are going nowhere
When you can't tolerate the fanfare
When you sleep upon a nightmare

Feel the air
Life will take care
Hibernate your grizzlybear
It is only human to err

Hear the sound of the zephyr
Take a seat on the lawn chair
Let life go laissez-faire
Take your worries elsewhere

Perfect for each other

Sister, sister, sister,
Sometimes so nice,
Sister, sister, sister
Sometimes like a twister

We’ve been through thick and thin
There for each other like true friends
I’ll be your safety pin
Protecting all your odds and ends

We are the perfect team
You are my shining gleam
We are like pancakes and whipped cream
So perfect for each other
Yeah…

We are perfect for each other
I will always be your brother
Anytime you call for help
I will be there whenever

We are perfect for each other
Just like bread and butter
Anytime you are in trouble
I will help you recover


Sister, sister, sister
Sometimes an assistor
Sister, sister, sister
Sometimes just like a resistor

We quarrel every day
But stay angry at each other, no way
I am there to make sure everything is okay
You just always remember I am by your side
Even if I don’t feel like, I will always try

We are the perfect duo
You mean the world to me, ya know
We are like heads and tails
So perfect for each other
Yeah…

We are perfect for each other
I will always be your brother
Anytime you call for help
I will be there when you stutter

We are perfect for each other
Just like bread and butter
Anytime you quiver
I will be your caregiver

I will be your brother
You will always be my sister
We are little like one another
And yet each other’s cloud cover

Perfect indeed
Oh we are perfect together

One day I took a walk by the lake
There was a film I had to make
I was thinking about all the footage I could take
But was shocked by the river's state

Trash covered the banks from end to end
Quite the difficult situation to mend
All the disgusting videos I would have to send
All because no one had a hand to extend

I was shocked by what I saw
Saddened that littering wasn't breaking the law
The river was littered with plastic bags and straws
But what could be the cause

Rivers are the lifeblood of humanity
But our love of money has droven us to insanity
People save money by dumping their trash in rivers
Despite knowing that plastic can't be broken down by other people's livers

We blame others or the government for our problems
Despite directly or indirectly contributing to the dump at the bottom
Even if we don't trash ourselves, do we not have the audacity to stop 'em
We can be a part of the solution instead of the squabble

When life gets rough and tough
When it seems like you've had enough

When you stand at the edge of the abyss
Tortured by the life you reminisce

Just know there is a way
Tomorrow will be a new day
Come outside and play
Instead of sitting far away

There is still power within you
To change, to overcome this blue
The pain, the misery is all true
But ending it all will simply cause chaos to ensue

You will triumph over life
Don't let it triumph over you
The future is in your hands
Just see it through

You are better than death
You still have your breath
Live a life you will remember
Instead of ending your fading ember

When life seems to be a slough
When your voice is ****

When there seems to be no bliss
When there is nothing left to miss

Just know you are a shining ray
You were not meant to lay
Don't jump over the archway
Make your fears obey

You had once flew
You will come through
You will experience that breakthrough
Just don't regret that you withdrew

You are better than you think
Even if life seems out of sync
Live life like you don't have another chance
Don't end it out of circumstance

Those who decided to end their own lives
Are a lesson to us who thought of taking the dive
All of us mortals are still alive
Let's not end our chance to thrive

Let's not get stuck in the smaller picture
Just wait for the storm to flicker
Think about the bigger picture
You will ultimately be a victor