the devil you know

another strained commitment

and still i'm asking why

we tighten our grip

instead of cutting ties

we threaten our departure

like kids run away from home

but stop when we remember

we don't know how to be alone

begging relief from ourselves

we know there's an out but continue to dwell

safe in the nest when you're trapped in the shell

what would happen if ever you fell?

we live with what we hate

but yearn for something more

we get in our own way

holding out for just one more day

but what is it worth?

will you still remain convinced

that the alternative is worse?

so much stubborn pride in holding on

over taking stock in hope

you'd rather hang on a sure thing

at least you know you're gonna choke

just tell yourself

whatever you need

to learn to love what hurts you

like patience is a virtue"