We who choose the path of ease 
Escape responsibility and deny ourselves growth 
We assume in arrogance these factors of complete control 
Are we comforted by devising our own destruction 
Awarding selfish ignorance 
And never questioning the impact of our conclusion 
Living as lords of our own complex 
Intolerant of any diversion intending change 
Will we fight our vicious wills 
And dream of a better life 
Forged in discipline held by principle and resting in peace

Or will we fall victim to our own cycle of compromise 
Mourning the measure of our restraint 
Trapped in our own inability 
Finally leaving us to age and die