Times Like These

Times Like These

In times like these...
My thoughts go to and fro
To grasp the concept of eternal woe.
I hover above fear, so eminent below
Embraced by the strength of love's luminous glow
In times like these, in times like these.

In times like these...
My thoughts wander again
To my one true love and every last friend.
The tears, the laughter, the mischievous grin,
The memories flow gently as whispers on wind.
In times like these, in times like these.

In times like these...
Keep happy thoughts and a smile on your face,
Easy to say, but they're not in my place.
What of their days? What comfort do they chase?
Believing in me...that I could win this race?
In times like these, in times like these.

In times like these...
Love and sadness take turns coming through
Yes, confusion and dread, they are there too.
For there are no instructions on just what to do
When you're just like me, or when you're just like you
In times like these, in times like these

In times like these...
Questions of life plague my weary mind
Did I give enough? Was I ever unkind?
Are there any checks or papers I forgot to sign?
I'm glad I bought those shoes, I'm glad we drank that wine.
In times like these, in times like these.

In times like these...
We must all face our ultimate fear
Yet when enveloped by love from those so dear
Our purpose in life becomes suddenly clear
Love and be loved in the time we have here
For these are the only times like these.