Lifeline of Hope
What I cannot live without
Do I dare even say?
Would no one agree
I do believe they may.
Most people may say
Their money, phone, or car.
So stuck on the material things
Will they really get you so far?
The logical may say
"You cannot live without air!”
Well I agree that’s the case
But that’s not being fair.
Another person may say
“Well I can’t live without food!”
Well I’d say that you’re right
That is absolutely true.
And I understand but let’s be real
There are things that are essential.
But could you imagine if we could?
Could you imagine the potential?
There would be no limits
We would be independent.
We could travel the world
And forever explore it.
But if there is one thing for sure
That I cannot live without.
It would always be hope
That’s what it has always been about.
So let me explain
So that you may understand why.
Why I can’t live without hope
For if I lost it, I’d probably die.
For without it, I am lost,
With no thoughts of what’s to come.
Just the fear that lingers
My mind as a silent hum.
Just imagine what life would be like
With nothing but anxiety and worry
Always wondering what’s next
Our future would be blurry
A family member at the hospital
No money to pay the bills
Your father in jail
Your mom popping pills
Your car is broken down
And your tuition is over due.
Your grades are plummeting
Not knowing what to pursue.
Your work is overworking you
So you can’t focus on school.
Your step mom harassing you
About moving out soon.
When you finally get time,
To study for your class,
You fall asleep with your books on you
Asking your dreams for a free pass.
You see your friends
And wonder how they do it
And they tell you mommy and daddy paid for everything
They didn’t pay for it.
Family drama through the roof
You try to help, while trying to avoid.
You watch as all relationships,
Are quietly destroyed.
So life isn’t fair
And this will always be true.
But as long as I have hope,
I will always get through.
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