Just a Spark

Make my heart believe a want is not a need
And make my mind realize not to let the evil thoughts breed
Those ever present tormenters of your sound state of being
That keep your eyes open at night, and have your arms forever reaching

Alice fell far down the rabbit hole, they say
But she was just a dreamer, escaping her dismay
So if I wish to escape the trials of my youth
Tell me, can I find refuge in Wonderland and run from my truth

My nightmares are like claws, tearing at my corneas
Wishing revenge in the footsteps of the Greek Medea
But is this the answer to my forefront fears
Or will I simply find solace in the passing of the years

Autumn comes and goes, the shedding of the leaves reflecting my dreams
Each happy thought is increasingly bursting at the seams
But along with winter comes a spark of hope
My feet freeze in place, and I've stopped sliding down this slippery slope

My eyes open wide, my horizons extend
My sanity is not gone, and I'm praying for my heart to mend
So with the rise of spring, I begin to climb
Back up the Trail of Tears, trying to regain my prime

And with the open of summer, a new dawn breaks
I let go of resentment, I let go of my mistakes
I reach the mountaintop, breathe in the brisk air
Realizing my troubles are no longer too much to bear