Imagine That
The sky full of ashes, the air packed with dust
All cars are abandoned and covered in rust
A city, deserted, lifeless, and cold
A story of war, these ruins have told
There are some survivors, but only a few
Lurking in shadows, they’re hiding from you
You look like a monster, you’re covered in dirt
You’ve a knife in your hand, and blood on your shirt
You’ve spotted a child, he cowers in fear
Eyes widen in horror, he bolts like a deer
The memory of battle, still fresh in your mind
Prevents the peace you are trying to find
Tears run down your face, you’re starting to cry
Despair takes over, you wish you could die
You’re suddenly blinded by a heavenly light
You close your eyes, it’s unbearably bright
Your heart seems to lighten, you feel the relief
As your fears are all stolen by a mysterious thief
The light filled with kindness then fades away
And you know you've survived another day
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