Esperanza

When hope is lost

Heavy darkness settles in 

Light diminishes 

The idea of tomorrow fades

We feel mired down in muck

Hope

When hope is lost

People lose their north

They lose their sense of purpose 

Seeking any sliver of light to lift them

To show them the way 

Seeking anything to inspire 

Hope

When hope is lost and darkness comes

We hunger for the light

We tire of the heaviness

We long for hope

Hope

When hope returns 

We lift ourselves up 

We seek the light

Want to stand in the sun

And never leave

Let the light and warmth heal

Hope

When hope returns

We have a can do feeling 

We believe once again 

We are willing to try

We offer a hand

We smile brightly 

Laughter can be heard 

Hope

When hope returns 

We are inspired 

We can create 

Music gets louder

People dance

Esperanza