A Pattern Person

These moments that overcome us
these crashing waves of fear and rage
let them tear away the weights that drag us down
So we can rise up! and breathe

These moments that overcome us
these churning waters of despair
let them toss our weary bodies together
So we can find the ones who’ll hold us dear

These moments that overcome us
these salty gales of shame
let them whip the blinders from our eyes
So we can see the truth of all there is

These moments that overcome us
these rising tides of doubt
let them wash away the stain of other people's words
So we can know just who we are

These moments that overcome us
this dragging undertow of grief
let it teach us to swim this bitter sea
So we can lead the way to shore

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