i will not let you rule me with these lingering thoughts
telling me what could be– the havoc you seek
i will not let you steal my joy, hope, and possibilities-
i live to dream — nightmares will not rule me
i will not let you steal my sleep

i will not let you rule me with these lingering thoughts
your greatest friend, is my enemy
i will not let fear prevent me from running, soaring, being
you will not own me
i will not let you suffocate the life in me

i will not let you rule me