Coughing Nails

Breathe in the pain When your fellow man reaches out to you searching for an outlet Will you shy away, forcing them to stand alone? Or will you raise your hand, take them by the shoulder Hold them close to you, offering reassurance? I've seen so many friends suffocate under the weight of heartache Choking through tears I hear, nails that bound their coffins What happened to compassion? Does consolation scare you so deeply? There's no merit to an empty promise Stand strong for those in need, we're in this together Breath in the pain Choking through the tears It's always baffled me how sincerity is so hard to find When you muster strength to open up, condolences are superfluous So, cherish dearly those who are the lifelines Ensure you preserve that unbreakable bond I've seen so many friends suffocate under the weight of heartache What happened to compassion? Does consolation scare you so deeply? Choking through tears, do not shy away Burst forth the pain, welcome that sweet release Breath in the pain Coughing nails