Life is supposed to be easier than this
Every children's book convinces me
Not a single story of lies or rape

It is an injustice to sugar coat the truth
Kids shouldn't be deceived by sweetness

Our parents are the first to teach us to lie
Telling us, "You're so beautiful"
"Sure there's a Santa Claus"

Oh how quickly we discover the truth
Watch our parents justify themselves
"We were trying to protect you"
Not realizing, they did the opposite

Yes, children may be innocent youth
If only they kept that title past age 12

I do not recommend scaring children
With the realities of politics and conformity
But we owe it to them to be honest

Life is not easy
Money is not a reason to lose a friend
Freedom is a two edged sword

There will be days that test every ounce of resolve
Good days will come once or twice a week
We'll never be famous or rich

Then we find our wings
Leave the nest and pray we soar
Only to fly into the eye of life's storm

Life is supposed to be easier than this
Every childrens book convinces me

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