WITHIN REACH

 
Free yourself of the chains that binds
The nightmare of yesterday's dreams 
Should no longer reside in your mind 

Hatred is like a volcano that erupts
Spilling lava all over itself
And a heart without love is twice dead
And buried within itself 

Repent, release, relinquish your fears 
Incline your heart to the voice of reasoning 
Stand clear of fools gold and its cheers 

Forgive the ignorance of those 
Who are lost in the daylight 
While stumbling their way seeking fulfillment 
In the darkness of the night 

Cling to the hand of hope
Let wisdom be your guide 
Keep reaching for the stars
Always looking up 
For your redemption draws nigh.

Wilford Barker 
New