Have you ever walked through treacle

Tried to climb the dunes in sand

Or wade across a river

With all your worries in your hand

Have you stood upon the highest ledge

And looked down at the ground

Have you cracked the tablets open

And been haunted by the sound

Have you wondered if the knife is sharp

Or if the needle is over filled

Have you lay upon the road

Hoping death wish be fulfilled

Have you run from crowded rooms

In case they see your mind

And drunk away the darkness

That you thought someone would find

Have you smiled when you are sad

Have you cried when all alone

Have you ever convinced the devil

If he needs the dead you are the one

Then think of someone who loves you

Use them as your pillow

And step inside their mind

Next time you see a mirror.

Feel their love within you

And make the doubt go blind

Believe that you are valued

You’ll be amazed at what you find.

© Steve Ellis (IntotheBlue) 2012