In the shadows it lurks. A poisonous thief. Then without a word, Another innocent soul falls deep.
It takes away friends, families, even generations. Mothers, fathers, & sisters. Brothers, aunts, & cousins. Uncles, grandmas, and grandpas. Beautiful, happy, and kind they truly are, Deep down in their souls. If only time could rewind, just maybe, They wouldn't be living in the grasp of the shadows. The monster is sly and without bias. It has no conscience, mind, or heart. It's a poisonous lie, an unkind thief. A bitter enemy tearing me apart. One by one, I watch them fall. All my life, slowly adding layers to my pain. It's not their fault. I can see clearly what is to blame. Rage, hatred, and sadness overwhelms. I scream at the top of my lungs. You thief lurking in the shadows! Get away from them! For I cannot lose, no, I can't lose one more. They don't deserve this torturous plight. The ones you already stole, Although they're gone, they put up a fight. All this darkness takes a toll. When you're feeling low, defeated, or alone in this life. Don't lose hope or stand depleted, For against this monster we can stand together and fight.
