I didn’t realize I would have to be so close
to dying to be so close to living
really learn to appreciate
Really learn to soak it in
I bathe in darkness I bathe in light
I’ve seen the beginning I’ve seen the end
I’ve watched it break and I’ve watched it mend
I’ve had it all quickly ripped away
Only for a chance
A chance to stay
I lack the words to explain but I relive it everyday
To The ones I love I show I care
I’m not waiting for the last time to hear their voice
Their words, their wisdom, or just their breath
Knowing they’re alive
We are alive
Let’s stay that way
Not every time you get
A chance to stay
We are alive
Let’s stay that way
Cherish every moment
Cherish everyday
As we’re forced apart
Please hold my hand
Grip it as tight as you possibly can
Because we’ve seen time and time again
This life can come and go
Make it last, make it great, leave something to show
I’ll show love
I’ll show compassion
Share my last drop of water
Share my last ration
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