Through The Rain

When you get caught in the rain
with nowhere to run
When you're distraught and in pain
without anyone
When you keep crying out to be saved
But nobody comes and you feel so far away
That you just can't find your way home
You can get there alone
It's okay, what you say is

I can make it through the rain
I can stand up once again on my own
And I know that I'm strong enough to mend
And every time I feel afraid
I hold tighter to my faith
And I live one more day
and I make it through the rain

And if you keep falling down
don't you dare give in
You will arise safe and sound,
so keep pressing on steadfastly
And you'll find what you need to prevail
What you say is

I can make it through the rain
I can stand up on my own once again
And I know that I'm strong enough to mend
And everytime I feel afraid
I hold tighter to my faith
And I live one more day
and I make it through the rain

And when the rain blows,
as shadows grow close
don't be afraid
There's nothing you can't face
And should they tell you
you'll never pull through
Don't hesitate, stand tall and say

I can make it through the rain
I can stand up on my own once again
And I know that I'm strong enough to mend
And everytime I feel afraid
I hold tighter to my faith
And I live one more day
and I make it through the rain

I can make it through the rain
And stand up once again
And I live one more day
And I can make it through the rain
(Yes you can)
You will make it through the rain...

... listening to this song and remembering your story... Can't help the tears to start falling. The urgency in your voice when I talked to you was unmistakeable. You were beyond desperate and to think that I was very smug and complacent about your experience. What you have gone through is more than enough for a lifetime. I am glad that you have chosen to live and face your difficulties head on. I believe in you and will always be here for you. You've taught me something that I will never forget: to listen--really listen--to what is NOT being said because, sometimes, THAT is what needs to be said out loud. I love you!