I lie awake each night
Long after you're asleep
I envy your restful slumber
Through salty eyes I weep

As the air thickens
I struggle just to breathe
Bowing my head in sorrow
I pray so desperately...

Grant my mind solace
If my thoughts go astray
Give me strength to carry through;
To fight grief courageously

Protect me from the pain
That haunts my every thought
Awaken my restless spirit
If my dreams become too dark

Make my heart resilient
When it shatters painfully
Teach me about patience
While I gather it, piece by piece

Allow me the courage
To assemble it once again
As I try not to crush
The fragile pieces in my hand

If my strength grows weary
Or I tremble at the knees,
Steady my soul & hold my hand
So I may stumble gracefully