Dreams gave me life
Nightmares held me accountable
Fear gave me reason to survive
Faith kept me walking
Music healed my soul
Patience protected my peace
Gratitude kept me selfless
Pain made me more aware
Experience made me a fool
Mistakes made me wise
The night became my friend
The stars became my compass
The day showed me purpose
My words keep me vulnerable
Though secrets taught me how to lie
Love gave reason to be honest
Envision these words as my eyes
Stare into them deeply
Find my soul within
Understand
You aren't alone
We stand together
Closing the void..

Julian Roderick
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