Page 130 of Bless This Hot Mess

Thought we lost the way somewhere in the muck

But we pushed right through, didn’t give a F?—

We found the ashes, then started to blow

Didn’t know for sure, if they’d ever glow

But one tiny spark grew into a flame

And nothing, no nothing, could keep us the same

We’re risin’ our way back to joy, now

Thought all hope was gone, but we survived

Showin’ and growin’ love out loud now

No way that we’d run and hide

Won’t let this ship drift away

Together, stronger every day

With every voice and every prayer

Spreading joy to the world–we swear!

Spreading joy to the world–like a flare!

Spreading joy to the world–love to share!

Spreading joy to the world and everywhere!

There were nights I thought I was to blame

Didn’t think I’d ever outrun the shame

But you saw me clearly through all the doubt

And showed me what love’s really about

I was lost, tryin’ to stand alone

Now measure this man, see how he’s grown.

I was scared of time, didn’t wanna get old

Now I see the future in stories untold.

We’re risin’ our way back to joy, now

Thought all hope was gone, but we survived

Showin’ and growin’ love out loud now

No way that we’d run and hide

Won’t let this ship drift away