May I be a protector to those without protection
A leader for those who journey
And a boat, a bridge, a passage
For those desiring the further shore. Just like space
And the great elements such as earth,
May I always support the life
Of all boundless creatures.
Cut down by thoughtless, uncaring words
Wounded by vengeful, heartless actions
Injured by prejudiced, insensitive minds
I falter but do not fall.
Wounded, I bleed.
Though their words can hurt deeply
their actions singe my pride
and inflame my sense of injustice
I feel each stinging barb
yet I survive. I heal.
In the process
discover my strength
my courage, my power.
Yes, the journey is hard and unbearably long,
And I know that you think that you're not quite that strong.
So just take my hand 'cause I've got time to spare,
And I know how it hurts, for I have been there.
I don't look for praise or financial gain
And I'm sure not the kind who gets joy out of pain.
I'm just a strong shoulder who'll be here 'til the end-
I'll be your Compassionate Friend.