Time for the Future
the "tick tick tick" echo is my mind
the bass of the soundtrack for the last year
"hurry hurry!" the clock whispers
as the future rushes towards me
my hands being to shake as I type
essay after essay
test score after test score
"you are more than this" I whisper to myself
"you've become pretty good at doing things last-minute" thanks
put on a smile and tell them you need this
you need this education
make them understand that you can't afford it or afford to live without it
this is your life: try harder
sleep less, drink more coffee
self-discovery through accidents
freedom can only come with adrenaline
but is constantly plagued with anxiety
you are strong, stronger than before
there was bravery through the sorrow
of finally learning the value of your family
try to smile when things go right
take a break, eventually
look back and wonder when this will get less stressful
look back and pray