In the Dark

In the dark, I hear so clearly
Yet I can never see what is truly pursuing me

I question all that I feel so deeply
And I wonder why I can't just simply forgive me

When the sun goes down, the fear breaks through
I can't face all of this truth

My heart flutters with each beat of sadness

I can only hope the morning brings a long 
awaited change
I can't keep this going, there's too much pain
Yet, I will fight like there's an entire world to gain.

It's just beginning now; my breathing feels so shallow
Is my chest bound by chains?
When will I recognize my life again?
When will I find a sense of strength again?

Across the room, a single light shines brightly
As I make a bargain with my soul that at long last, 
I will not sleep so lightly.