Back Where I Started
Why does life tend to hit that reset button?
I found my path that I chose
I work hard to achieve my goals
But out of nowhere
The storm of reality blows
It tore me down;
I just look around
I look at the scattered remains
Their damaged and can’t be saved
My heart grows dark
My mood turns dull
I have to start over again
This repetition is starting to take a toll
Building and tearing down
Questioning then starting
When history continues to repeat
The future becomes haunting
I built this career
I know it was only four years
But that’s time I won’t get back
I put in the work
More hours than just a nine to five
Only to be forced to stop
This isn’t right
But I guess that’s life
It tears you down when you’re at the top
Then when you’re at the bottom it stomps
My face is in the dirt
I try to get up
But the pain is too great
I’ll just rest here for the day
As I lay and contemplate
I wonder if I must be insane
I try and try again
Expecting a different outcome
Then life prevails again
What new path can I construct?
How can I get out of the rut?
The tables never turned
I work hard; I build up
Then life tears it down
I’m just stuck…
About the Creator
Daniel Cottles
Just a Alabama hick
Comments (1)
Heartbreaking. Hope things get better!