What if you knew it was coming
would you hang your head and cry
Would you face this storm with courage
and just smile and wave goodbye
What if you had a day , a week,
would you finally open your heart
Would you swallow your pride and anger
before this world is torn apart
What if your last memory,
was one of heartfelt pain
Would you hold your children tightly
and let your compassion flow like rain
What if you knew you would make it
but in the process you'd be alone
Would you plunge your own heart deeply
with a blade just freshly honed
What if it meant that all the hate
would burn away like dust
Would you relish this infernal cleansing
seeking shelter with the just
What if you had to decide ones fate
could you really make that choice
Could you leave behind a loved one
without heartache in your voice
What if this happens in an hour
and as you feel the instant heat
Will your last thought be satisfying
from a life you lived complete
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