Baskadia

Pain, oh pain, how you hold me tight

A force that grips with all your might

Throbbing, aching, day and night

You never leave, you always fight

You pierce my heart with every beat

And crush my soul with a heavy feat

Like a shadow that follows my feet

You never rest, you never retreat

You come in waves, like a stormy sea

And leave me battered, broken and free

To ruminate on your misery

A constant reminder of what can be

Oh pain, you are a cruel friend

A sadistic force that knows no end

Yet in you, I find the strength to mend

And emerge from you, with a story to blend

For pain, though it may break us down

Can also help us wear the crown

Of resilience, grit and renown

As we rise above it, safe and sound.