I'm the kid in the back of the class;
Still to most I'm just a freak.
I'm lost inside a world of hate,
But happiness I seek.
Don't push too hard or I might fall
Into a deep depression.
I fell in love with worldly things;
I made them my obsession.
I put drugs first and myself second,
And then nothing else fit in.
My life became controlled by greed
And I was ruled by sin.
My heart was breaking beat by beat;
I was losing my direction.
I'd give a nod, then walk away
To avoid any kind of connection.
I was going through the motions,
Living life my best each day.
I put on my fake smile
And pushed everyone away.
Then, one day came that I found a love.
He expected nothing in return.
I found myself needing him more and more,
And I am eager, still, to learn.
He took my burden on his back
And now I feel brand-new.
I feel invincible, unstoppable.
There's nothing I can't do.
Father God, I am yours.
resident - age 17
