Sacred fire

Sacred fire
A blessing and curse
Cut myself open
For all to see

Everone gazes in amazement
At the truth laid bare
While I'm laying mangled
Does anyone see me bleed?

The truth is...
That fire is always there
Burning inside...
Scorching it's way to the surface

If it doesn't come out in words
Destruction takes hold
When I can't find the words
Alcohol and pills are my new gold

A sick cycle
Merry go round goes round and round
Exhilarating for awhile
Then comes the haunting sound

"Stop! Let me off, I feel sick!"
Numb my burning brain
With drink and drugs
My mind's new trick

Those habits are lifesavers
If I didn't have them
I would have no life to be saved

They put out fires and hold them at bay
Much to my loved ones dismay

I try to explain
But they just look at me like I'm insane

If you feel this fire
Burning inside you
Threatening your life

Get it out!

If kept inside
It will burn it's way out
And bring you nothing but strife