saddened

i worry for the state of those dearest to me.

burdened by personal concerns and afflictions, they are doubled over from the sheer weight.
and it shows very clearly and simply: fatigue, burn out, seeking escape but never finding it.

so much so, that even a smile may drain them.

a friend asked me not to worry.

how can i stand still, when i know you hurt?
how can i breathe easy, when your own breaths are laboured?
how can i not feel your pain, when our hearts beat to the same rhythm?
how can i not worry, when i love you so much?

i wish i could do something more.
all i can do is pray that you all find rest and relief.
and may your purpose give you the strength you need to go on.

sigh.

Dear my love, haven't you wanted to be with me
And dear my love, haven't you longed to be free
I can't keep pretending that I don't even know you
And at sweet night, you are my own
Take my hand

We're leaving here tonight
There's no need to tell anyone
They'd only hold us down
So by the morning's light
We'll be half way to anywhere
Where love is more than just your name

I have dreamt of a place for you and I
No one knows who we are there
All I want is to give my life only to you
I've dreamt so long I cannot dream anymore
Let's run away, I'll take you there

Forget this life
Come with me
Don't look back you're safe now
Unlock your heart
Drop your guard
No one's left to stop you

Evanescence - Anywhere